Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Protech Site Services are currently recruiting for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join the team of one of the UK’s largest residential high‑end developers.

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will be working to ensure timely & accurate cost management, dealing with contractual issues & procurement & payment of sub‑contractors for complex large volume development projects from pre‑operational stage through to final account settlement.

• The identification & procurement of suitable sub‑contractors.
• The negotiation & appointment of subcontracts within required timescales.
• Providing the cost‑data feedback to Divisional Estimating Department.
• Administration & management of the financial aspects of the development.
• Reviewing and forecasting the latest cost estimates and reporting.
• Maintaining relationships with external employers such as Housing Associations undertaking valuations, cash flow forecasts, obtaining warranties, etc.

• Assistant Quantity Surveyor in a main contractor or house builder
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and produces accurate work
• Knowledge of the Residential Development market
• Commercially aware with analytical & proactive approach towards problem solving
• Strong ability to negotiate and influence
• Excellent communication skills, verbally and written
• Confident in managing suppliers whilst negotiating and agreeing contracts
• Builds excellent working relationships
• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

• Degree or other technical qualification
• Experience in high volume house building
• Experience over qualifications will be considered as we're open to supporting you with qualifications

• Competitive salaries and bonus schemes
• Company car/allowance
• Share save Scheme
• Private pension
• Private healthcare and cash plan options
• 28 days' annual leave
• Childcare vouchers
• Retail discounts