Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Galliford Try's Thames team is recruiting an Assistant Quantity Surveyor in Hampton, Middlesex. The post supports the framework commercial team and works with colleagues responsible for pre-construction, design and delivery. Its remit may cover one large project or several smaller schemes.

The assistant will prepare subcontract documents, negotiate prices and terms, and help assess interim payments and changes. Duties include issuing contractual notices, preparing compensation-event quotations and supporting monthly payment applications to clients.

The role also covers:

• checking site records with operational staff
• producing cost-value reconciliations and tracking expenditure
• forecasts
• subcontract liabilities

Attendance at progress and risk-reduction meetings forms part of the work. Applicants should have a relevant degree, suitable commercial or construction experience, or both. Experience on major projects or multiple smaller schemes is requested, together with an appropriate CSCS card and knowledge of standard contract forms.

Professional membership is desirable, including candidates working towards it. The advert seeks strong Excel and Word skills, familiarity with systems such as CEMAR or Oracle, and effective communication and organisation.