At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage exciting civil engineering projects and ensure profitability while building strong relationships.
- Company: Established civil engineering contractor with a focus on growth and collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £60,000, pension, holiday entitlement, and clear career progression.
- Other info: Supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and networking.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work on diverse infrastructure projects that make a real difference.
- Qualifications: Experience in quantity surveying and a degree in a related field is essential.
Salary: Up to £60,000 DOE + Package
Our client, a well-established civil engineering and groundworks contractor, is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team based in Poole. Working across a variety of civil engineering, groundworks and highways projects, this is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious commercial professional looking to develop their career within a successful and expanding business.
Reporting directly to the Commercial Manager, you will play a key role in the commercial management of projects from pre-construction through to final account, ensuring projects are delivered profitably whilst maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and operational teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the commercial management of multiple civil engineering, groundworks and highways projects.
- Preparation and submission of applications for payment.
- Management and valuation of subcontractor accounts.
- Measurement and valuation of works completed on site.
- Preparation and agreement of variations and compensation events.
- Cost reporting, forecasting and budget management.
- Support the Commercial Manager with monthly CVRs and project reviews.
- Procurement of subcontractors and suppliers.
- Assist with contract administration and commercial compliance.
- Liaise with site teams to monitor project progress and identify commercial risks and opportunities.
- Contribute to the successful negotiation and agreement of final accounts.
Typical Projects
- Infrastructure and highway improvement schemes.
- Section 278 and Section 38 works.
- Groundworks packages for residential and commercial developments.
- Drainage, roads and external works.
- Civil engineering projects for public and private sector clients.
Requirements
- Previous experience in a Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Quantity Surveyor position.
- Experience working within civil engineering, groundworks, highways or infrastructure projects.
- Good commercial awareness and understanding of construction contracts.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and commercial reporting systems.
- Full UK driving licence.
Essential Qualifications
- Degree, HNC or HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related construction discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience working under NEC forms of contract.
- Knowledge of highways and infrastructure projects.
- Membership of, or working towards membership of, a relevant professional body such as the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
- Experience producing CVRs and detailed cost reports.
What's on Offer
- Salary up to £60,000 depending on experience.
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing business.
- Exposure to a diverse range of civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Company package including pension and holiday entitlement.
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