Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Overview

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Manchester (M24) £30,000 - £40,000 DOE Office Based with Site Visits

We are working exclusively with a growing fit out and refurbishment contractor based in Manchester who are looking to strengthen their commercial team with the appointment of an Assistant Quantity Surveyor.

The company delivers a wide range of fit out and refurbishment projects across the North West and wider Northern region, working within the commercial, education and industrial sectors on projects typically ranging from £50k to £2.5m.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor looking to kick-start their career or an Assistant Quantity Surveyor seeking greater exposure and responsibility within a growing business. The successful candidate will work closely with an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor, gaining exposure to the full commercial lifecycle of projects from pre-construction through to final account.

• Assisting with the commercial management of fit out and refurbishment projects
• Supporting the preparation of cost plans, budgets and valuations
• Assisting with subcontractor procurement and package management
• Preparing and issuing subcontract orders
• Monitoring project costs and supporting cost reporting processes
• Assisting with the management and valuation of variations
• Supporting monthly applications for payment and subcontractor assessments
• Assisting with CVRs and commercial reporting
• Supporting final account negotiations and project close-out
• Liaising with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and operational teams
• Attending project and commercial review meetings
• Assisting with site visits and project progress reviews

• Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management preferred
• Graduate Quantity Surveyors will be considered
• Ideally 1-2 years' experience within a Quantity Surveying or commercial role
• Experience working for a fit out, refurbishment, shopfitting, interiors or general building contractor would be advantageous
• Strong numerical and commercial awareness
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Eagerness to learn and develop within a commercial environment
• Full UK driving licence
• Contactable references

• Graduate Quantity Surveyors
• Assistant Quantity Surveyors looking to progress
• Candidates from fit out and refurbishment contractors
• Shopfitting and interior fit out backgrounds
• General construction contractors
• Regional main contractors (non-Tier
  1)

• Salary £30,000 - £40,000 DOE
• Long-term opportunity within a growing business
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of projects
• Opportunity to work closely with senior management and directors
• Genuine career progression opportunities as the company continues to expand
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Secure pipeline of work across the North West