Assistant Quantity Surveyor

We are a specialist contractor delivering projects directly to the water industry and the broader water environment. Currently, we hold 29 frameworks and work with most of the UK's water companies as well as the Environment Agency. What you'll be doing: Reporting to the Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible assisting with all commercial management duties on construction contracts from Pre-construction through the Construction Phase to Final Account and Certificate. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will also provide administrational support to Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers. Responsibilities: - Assist with thorough financial negotiations as required in order to secure client contracts. - Understand and develop working relationships with our clients to understand their precise requirements and ensure that pricing schedules allow for the delivery of projects that accurately meet their expectations. - Work with the project delivery team to assist with the preparation of a realistic budget for schemes in order to maximise revenue, profit and reputation. - Be involved in the planning process to ensure that all works are carried out to the maximum efficiency. - Assist in the preparation of labour pricing schedules for the delivery of the works under the PayGo pricing system and for subcontractors. - Contribute to the preparation and submittal of monthly interim valuations and final accounts to ensure timely processing of client invoicing and payment applications. - Be familiar with managing change including identifying, preparing, submitting and agreeing early warning notices and compensation events under NEC and other contracts. - Support with monthly interim valuations and final accounts to ensure timely processing of client invoicing and payment applications. - Assist in the review of aged debt on a regular basis and help manage outstanding retentions to ensure the business receives its cash from customers on a timely basis. Who we're looking for

• Relevant HNC/D, degree in Quantity Surveying, or significant work experience.
• Proven experience of working under pressure in a close-knit team to deliver joint objectives.
• Ability to work on construction contracts using recognised forms, e.g., NEC, JCT, FIDIC, or bespoke Framework Agreements.
• Demonstrable ability to analyse complicated information, and resolve mathematical and logical problems.
• Strong contract negotiation and administration.
• Excellent communication at all levels.
• Ability to assist with order book turnover and gross margin projections.
• An understanding of civil engineering delivery, or the desire to learn.
• Full driving licence.
  
  What we're offering:
In return for your unwavering dedication, you'll receive:
• Up to £43k per annum for the right candidate
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Countless training and advancement opportunities
• Access to opt in and out of numerous schemes using Stonbury Salary Extras
• Performance-related rewards
• Opportunities to mould our future through feedback forums and surveys
• 24 days' paid holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Life assurance
• 6% employer pension contribution