Job Description
Our client is highly regarded main contractor predominantly operating on retail fit-out projects nationwide. Due to an increase in their client base/demand, they are looking to appoint an additional Assistant Quantity Surveyor on a permanent basis to their commercial team. You will be working on a great range of projects in the retail sector, dealing with blue chip clients on bespoke and framework contracts with values ranging from £50k to £2m directly reporting to a Senior Quantity Surveyor.
The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years industry experience, with a main contractor background. A degree level qualification is preferred but not essential. You will be responsible for the commercial management of projects from initial feasibility and scoping, through to final account and defects periods.
Key roles and responsibilities:
- Attending scoping / survey meetings
- Liaison with the Client’s PQS/ Cost Manager
- Liaison with internal teams
- Subcontractor enquiries and tender analysis
- Cost control
- Providing support to delivery teams and Assistant/Senior Quantity Surveyors
- Managing a number of projects at any one time
- Commercial reporting
- Making valuations
- Preparing and submitting final accounts
- Arranging payments to suppliers and contractors
- Providing advice and forecasts about costs
- Client liaison
- Final accounting
Working in a professional but enjoyable environment, the company will provide excellent opportunities to progress your career. They are well known for the training support and investment they put into their people.
This is a full time, permanent position, required ASAP.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Degree of equivalent qualification preferred but not essential Excellent verbal and written English Flexibility working as a team or individually Strong numerical and IT skills Commercial awareness Negotiation skills Good working knowledge of standard forms of contractReference no: 59533