Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Our Water contractor client are seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to help deliver a range of Thames Water AMP8 projects based out of Reading with hybrid working.
Our client are growing their team delivering AMP8 for Thames Water, to meet the greatly enlarged programme of works between 2025 and 2030. Working across projects in the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire and Thames Valley regions.
This is a great opportunity to join a team delivering on Treatment Works within this area. Projects are a mix of civil, mechanical, electrical and IC scopes and range between £2.5m to £25m in size, enhancing existing AMP7 projects.
Responsibilities
Assist with the timely preparation and submission of main contract payment applications and support cash collection, as well as assess subcontractor payment applications and issue Pay Less Notices where applicable
Assist in preparing draft subcontracts as delegated by the supervisor, including issuing enquiries, reviewing quotations and using company databases like Constructionline to pre-screen subcontractors for quality and safety compliance.
Support senior staff in monitoring subcontractor performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project standards
Assist in pricing variations by thoroughly assessing cost impacts, including those resulting from design changes, to ensure all elements are accurately captured'
Participate in recording delays and preparing extension of time requests, using programme knowledge and critical path methodology to assess impacts'
To participate in the settlement of main contract final accounts
To assist senior staff in the compilation of data to monitor individual contract performance on a monthly and quarterly basis
Support the development of Trainee QS's through supervision of allocated tasks, mentoring, and providing guidance to help build their technical and commercial skills'
Work collaboratively with the site team to oversee plant allocation and utilisation, maintaining accurate plant records and supporting cost recovery.
Assist in the preparation, procurement, and pricing of tender submissions, particularly for Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) projects.
Assist in cost forecasting and the preparation of Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) to support accurate financial reporting and informed commercial decision-making
Interpret and assess expenditure and cost reports produced from internal cost systems (e.g., ledgers) to support financial analysis
Help manage stakeholder expectations through clear communication on costs, variations, and project progress
Assist in submitting Early Warning Notices (EWNs) and preparing early warning assessments to help identify and manage potential project risks
Skills/experience/qualifications
Ability to read a construction programme and relevance of the critical path
Understanding of H&S issues at work
Awareness of dispute resolution procedures
Adept at understanding construction drawings and able to measure and take off accurately
Understanding of the inter-relationship between bills, specifications, and drawings
Understanding of construction contracts in relation to projects and of the relevance of subcontract terms and conditions
Ability to assess and value minor changes/variations in compliance with contract terms
Basic knowledge of different industry contracts
Basic understanding of risk in construction process
Proficient in use of Microsoft packages e.g. Excel, Word & PowerPoint
Ability to communicate effectively with a range of people.
Experience of working on a live project, undertaking measurement and valuation functions
Experience of managing low risk sub-contractors
Experience of processing subcontract payments
Ability to organise and plan your workload.
Working towards professional accreditation e.g. RICS, CIOB, ICES (desirable)
Hold a relevant CSCS card
Benefits
Competitive salary circa circa 35k
Car / car allowance tbc
26 days annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday)
Private medical insurance for yourself (with the option to buy family cover)
Life Assurance
Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8%.
2 days volunteering opportunities
Flexible and Agile working (dependent on your role)
Employee Assistance Programme
Professional membership fees
Flexible Benefits scheme which includes the opportunity to purchase benefits such as:
Critical illness insurance (with option to purchase for your partner)
Dental Insurance
Travel insurance
Cycle to work scheme.
Retail vouchers/payroll giving/activity pass for top leisure attractions