Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Assistant Quantity Surveyor in Portsmouth, HampshireApplyLocationPortsmouth, HampshireSalaryNegotiableContractPermanent

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Hampshire

Up to £40k DOE

My client who is a Leading M&E Contractor is looking to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to provide support to the Senior Quantity Surveyor who is responsible commercially on the delivery of a fast track multi-million-pound. Projects across the South Coast.

The ideal candidate would be able to support in providing full commercial awareness to ensure the project management and operational delivery team are aware of all commercial and contractual matters involved on the project, whilst also providing support to the Commercial team as appropriate and required.

Day to day

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial team with daily cost management tasks, including tracking costs, assisting with valuations and variations, and maintaining project records. You will work closely with project teams and subcontractors while supporting reporting and overall budget control.

This will often include the following activities:

• Supporting the commercial team through the design and pre-construction stages, including assisting with tender submissions and engagement with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Working closely with design, estimating, and pre-construction teams to provide commercial support and maintain accurate documentation.
• Assisting with the administration of contracts, including helping to review terms and support subcontract procurement and order placement.
• Supporting the preparation of monthly valuations, tracking variations, and maintaining cost records in line with project requirements.
• Helping to process subcontractor payments, maintain financial records, and assist with reporting in line with company timelines.
• Gaining exposure to programme requirements and supporting the team in ensuring contractual obligations and notices are maintained.

About you

We're keen to hear from a wide range of applicants who are interested in the M&E industry, whether you're beginning your career or considering a new direction with one of the area's leading businesses.

Here are some of the skills and experience we are looking for in the right person to join our team:

• Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail
• Good communication skills and ability to work within a team
• Basic understanding of construction or M&E projects (desirable)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Relevant qualification (or working towards) in Quantity Surveying or similar (desirable)
• Previous experience in an administrative or construction-related role (advantageous)

Benefits:

• Octopus EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Flexible Holiday Scheme
• Flexible Working
• Staff Social Events
• Time off to commit to charity work and good causes
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Company Contribution towards Eye Welfare
• Employer Assistance Programme that goes above and beyond

For more information, please call David Bates @ ARM on 07551151771

Disclaimer

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.

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