Assistant Quantity Surveyor

The Company:

We are working with one of the North West's best-known Building Contractors who successfully deliver high profile, new build projects for a varied client base across the North West of England.

They are renowned for their excellent training and development programme and their policy of giving their team the opportunity to take on significant levels of responsibility at relatively early stages in their career.

The vast majority of their projects come from repeat business from an enviable client base. Their supply chain includes some of the best subcontractors in the North West as they pay them on time & treat them well.

The Role:

Typical projects include commercial, industrial, multi-storey residential, heritage and leisure projects.

They are now in a position to add an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to their team. You will be working on a £50m Student Accommodation scheme in Greater Manchester.  

General responsibilities will include:

Undertake commercial and contractual requirements on the designated projects in accordance with the company procedures and processes.

Ensuring sound financial performance including profitability, cash flow, and managing risks and opportunities.

Preparation of accurate and detailed monthly cost reports.

Application of Main Contract and Sub-Contract Forms and Standard Method of Measurement.

Preparing and agreeing Monthly Valuations, including valuing variations and forecast final account.

Help with the appointment of Subcontractors in accordance with Company Procedures, including procurement and account management including valuations, payment notices and agreement of final accounts.

To work closely with Contracts Management to ensure site records and correspondence are completed in accordance with the specific Contract requirements and Company Procedures.

Maintain close working relationship with the client and design team to assist in the success of the project.

You:

You will be based in or be able to commute to the North West of England daily – Most of your time will be spent on-site.

You will be IT literate.

Very contractually aware with good knowledge of Construction Contracts.

Rewards:

They offer a really good salary and benefits package including a generous bonus that rewards endeavour.

You will be working with a successful, cash-rich contractor who can provide a challenging and supportive working environment.

The chance to work on a significant, high-profile project for a leading North West based business