Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Looking for the next step in your commercial career?
We're working with a leading specialist contractor who are looking to add an  Assistant Quantity Surveyor  to their commercial team.
This role would suit an  Assistant QS with around 1-3 years' experience  who is looking to take on more responsibility, broaden their project exposure and continue progressing towards Quantity Surveyor level.
You'll work closely with the wider commercial and operational teams, gaining exposure to the full commercial lifecycle of live projects.
The role will involve:
Supporting the commercial management of live projects
Preparing valuations and applications for payment
Assisting with cost reporting and forecasting
Subcontractor procurement and management
Monitoring project costs and commercial performance
Assisting with variations, compensation events and change control
Supporting final accounts
Producing commercial correspondence and maintaining project records
Working closely with project teams to identify commercial risks and opportunities
We're looking for:
Previous experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Construction or civil engineering experience
A relevant Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management qualification, or working towards one
Good understanding of commercial processes
Strong communication and organisational skills
Ambition to progress into a Quantity Surveyor role
Piling experience is beneficial but not essential  - the key requirement is a solid commercial foundation and the ambition to develop.
A strong opportunity for an Assistant QS looking to join an established specialist contractor and take the next step in their career.
Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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