Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Fawkes & Reece are working with a prominent Civil Engineering Groundworks contractor based near Stockport that is looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their expanding commercial team. This 75mill turn over client is leading the marked in groundworks for new build/house build for the Northwest. They are expanding the team in preparation for 40mill of new works starting in the next few months.

About the role : Assistant Quantity Surveyor

As the Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you'll report to the Commercial manager and be allocated the commercial responsibilities of 4-5 sites valued between 10mill-20mill.

The housebuilder clients you will be contracting for are the likes of; Redrow Homes, Keepmoat, Countryside, Miller Homes, and more. Supporting their projects from cradle to grave and installing; Roads, Sewage infrastructure, Drainage, DPC, Surfacing, and more.

You will need to report to the Head office Monday-Friday. The office/site requirements are about a 70/30 split. The working hours are the site hours, 07:30am - 16:30 pm.

Responsibilities for Assistant Quantity Surveyor

• Costing: Accurately pricing the costs of materials, labour and equipment required for each project and submitting quotations for works. Ensuring scheme costs are correct on the system and raising queries where necessary.
• Tender Preparation: Preparing and reviewing tender documents
• Supplier and Subcontractor relations: Liaise with operational staff, including clients and subcontractors. Attending internal / external meetings when necessary and fostering good relationships. Manage the subcontract supply chain, issuing orders and the processing of payments.
• Contract Management: Administering contracts and variations ensuring compliance.
• Cost Control: Implementing effective cost control measure to optimise project outcomes.
• Project Reporting: Regular reporting on financial progress, potential risks and cost saving opportunities to management.
• Budget Management: Collaborating with Project Managers to establish and maintain budgets throughout the project life cycle.

Remuneration for the Assistant Quantity Surveyor

• 30,000 - 40,000 p/a base salary
• 5000 Car allowance or a company vehicle
• Training and exposure to civil engineering for construction industry
• Low turn-over and supportive team
• Growth and progression opportunity

If you want to hear more about this Assistant Quantity Surveyor opportunity, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV

Or contact Dan Morrison in our Bolton Office on (phone number removed)