Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Plymouth
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a long-established and highly respected regional contractor on a permanent basis. Operating across the UK, the business delivers a diverse portfolio of projects within the commercial, retail and specialist refurbishment sectors, with projects valuing up to a few million.
This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their career within a supportive commercial team, gaining exposure to a varied workload and long-term progression opportunities.
The successful candidate will provide commercial support to the Commercial Manager and senior leadership team across multiple live projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting with the commercial and contractual management of projects from pre-construction through to final account
- Reviewing contract terms and conditions alongside the Commercial Manager
- Procurement and commercial management of subcontractors and suppliers
- Assisting with the preparation, submission and agreement of interim valuations and final accounts
- Identifying, pricing and managing project variations in a timely manner
- Supporting effective cash flow management across projects
- Assisting with monthly CVR reporting and cost forecasting
- Monitoring commercial risk and identifying value engineering opportunities
- Supporting operational teams with project reporting and commercial administration
- Providing estimating and pre-construction support where required
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and the wider supply chain
Requirements:
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or currently working towards qualification
- Previous experience within construction or refurbishment projects preferred
- Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Good negotiation and organisational abilities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Project
- Full UK driving licence
What’s on Offer:
- Competitive salary and package
- Ongoing training and career development
- Exposure to a wide variety of projects and sectors
- Stable, long-established business with a strong regional reputation
- Supportive team environment with genuine progression opportunities