Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Magenta Recruitment Ltd
Cheltenham
GBP 40,000 - 60,000
Job description

Assistant/Graduate Quantity Surveyor

Embark on a rewarding career as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor within a dynamic and supportive environment. This role offers the chance to work alongside experienced professionals, gaining invaluable experience and contributing to a variety of exciting projects.

Benefits:

  1. Competitive Salary: Reflective of experience and qualifications.
  2. Generous Holiday Entitlement: Enjoy 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
  3. Workplace Pension: Available upon completion of the probationary period.
  4. Professional Development: Work within a multi-disciplinary team, enhancing your skills and career prospects.

Role Overview:
The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will report to senior staff members and ultimately the Managing Director. The role involves assisting Senior Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers with both pre and post-contract duties. This includes preparing cost plans, tender documents, financial statements, and more.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Support in the preparation of cost plans and evaluations.
  2. Assist in the creation of tender documents and financial statements.
  3. Measure for Bills of Quantities/Schedules of Work.
  4. Conduct final account assessments and interim valuations.
  5. Assess cost variations to contracts.
  6. Liaise with clients, consultants, and contractors.
  7. Provide project support for client direct suppliers coordination.
  8. Engage in marketing activities, including updating the website and social networking sites.
  9. Conduct project analysis for cost databases.

Qualifications and Experience:
  1. GCSEs in Maths and English (grade C or above) or equivalent.
  2. Sufficient qualifications to allow entry to a RICS recognised construction degree course.
  3. Some knowledge of construction and quantity surveying duties.

Projects:
The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will be involved in diverse projects across various sectors, including:
  1. Hospitality: Hotels and restaurants.
  2. Leisure: Sports facilities.
  3. Education: Schools and colleges.
  4. Residential: Single dwellings, apartments, and conversions.
  5. Commercial: Offices and retail spaces.

This role is ideal for a motivated individual looking to develop a career as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor. The successful candidate will thrive in a professional yet friendly environment, utilising their initiative and competence to support senior staff and contribute to the success of various projects.
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