Assistant Quantity Surveyor (JN -012026-64223) Birmingham, England
| Salary: | GBP25000 - GBP35000 per annum + pension, holidays |
Our client is a civil engineering and groundworks contractor with over 30 years experience. They are sub contractors to both Regional and National House Builders. With a turnover of c£100 million they are financially stable and growing organically. Projects include 278 works, residential groundworks, roads, sewers and earthworks.
The Role
Assistant Quantity Surveyor with 1 - 3 + years of experience in the construction industry (preferably civils/groundworks sector). This is a fantastic chance to further develop your QS career within a supportive and fast-paced environment.
You'll be involved in a variety of residential groundwork projects, work is primarily office-based, with visits to project sites as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing and reporting project costs and progress
- Valuations and variations
- Preparing and submitting accurate forecasts and cost reports
- Supporting commercial strategy and delivery on a variety of groundwork packages
- Placing & reviewing subcontract orders
- Processing and payment of subcontractor invoices
- Completing cost forecast and applications for payments
- Assisting with site programmes to ensure we are working profitably
- Management of documents and drawings to assist on site construction
- Developing working relationships with client counterparts
- Develop and maintain internal relationships with different departments across the business (buyers, plant etc)
- Working closely in a team covering up to 5 sites
Requirements
- Degree or HNC in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline / experience within a similar role
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- A proactive attitude and desire to progress within the business
- Driving License
Why Apply?
- Join a well-established, growing company with a strong order book
- Be part of a larger contractor offering long-term progression
- Gain exposure to a variety of complex and high-value groundwork projects
- Work in a professional and supportive environment