Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Manchester
Salary/Package: 30,000 - 38,000 + Package
Job Type: Permanent

Our client is an established specialist contractor operating within the civil engineering, highways and surfacing sectors, delivering a range of projects for clients across the North West.

With a focus on quality workmanship, reliable project delivery and strong client relationships, the business has built its reputation through its technical expertise and commitment to delivering projects safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Due to continued business requirements, they are looking to recruit an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team and support the successful financial delivery of ongoing and upcoming projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their commercial career within the civil engineering and surfacing industry.

Working alongside experienced commercial and operational colleagues, you will assist with the day-to-day commercial management of projects, gaining exposure to cost control, subcontractor management, valuations, variations and final accounts.

The successful candidate will be commercially minded, well organised and keen to develop their technical knowledge while contributing to the profitability and successful delivery of projects.

Experience with in civil engineering, highways, road surfacing or groundworks would be advantageous, although a strong foundation in quantity surveying and a willingness to learn are equally important.

• Assist with the commercial management of civil engineering, highways and surfacing projects.

• Support the preparation and submission of applications for payment and interim valuations.

• Help monitor project costs, budgets and expenditure to ensure financial performance remains on track.

• Assist with the preparation of cost reports, forecasts and commercial documentation.

• Support the procurement and commercial management of subcontractor and supplier packages.

• Assist with measuring and valuing completed works, variations and additional works.

• Help manage subcontractor applications, payments and final accounts.

• Maintain accurate records of project costs, contractual correspondence and commercial information.

• Liaise with site teams, project managers, subcontractors and suppliers to obtain accurate cost information.

• Identify potential commercial risks and bring any issues to the attention of senior commercial colleagues.

• Support the preparation and agreement of final accounts.

• Develop an understanding of contractual obligations, commercial procedures and risk management.

• Contribute to improving cost control and the overall commercial performance of projects.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Trainee Quantity Surveyor or similar commercial role.

• An interest in developing a long-term career within civil engineering, highways or surfacing.

• A relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or Construction is desirable.

• A basic understanding of construction costs, valuations and commercial processes.

• Strong numerical, analytical and organisational skills.

• Good communication skills and the confidence to liaise with colleagues and supply-chain partners.

• Competent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.

• A proactive attitude, willingness to learn and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• A full UK driving licence would be advantageous, particularly where site visits are required.

Experience with in road surfacing, highways, groundworks or wider civil engineering would be beneficial.

• 30,000 - 38,000 salary
  , depending on experience.

• Additional package and benefits.

• The opportunity to develop within a specialist civil engineering and surfacing contractor.

• Hands-on exposure to project commercial management.

• Support from experienced commercial professionals.

• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression.

Building Careers UK is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.