Assistant Quantity Surveyor in Heywood

Your newpany A growing civil engineering contractor delivering infrastructure projects across the energy and wastewater sectors throughout the North West. Working with major utility clients, the business has built a strong reputation for deliveringplex schemes safely, efficiently and to the highest standards. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join theirmercial team and support the delivery of a diverse portfolio of civil engineering projects.Your new role As Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will work closely with themercial Manager and wider operational team, supporting themercial delivery of multiple civil engineering schemes ranging from £200k to £3m in value. This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their career within a supportive environment, gaining exposure to all aspects of quantity surveying andmercial management.Key responsibilities will include:

Assisting with themercial management of energy and wastewater infrastructure projects.

Supporting the preparation of valuations, applications for payment and cost reports.

Assisting with subcontractor procurement, administration and payment processes.

Monitoring project costs and helping to identifymercial risks and opportunities.

Preparing and pricing variations andpensation events.

Supporting the production of forecasts and financial reporting.

Working closely with site teams to ensure accuratemercial records are maintained.

Developing a strong understanding of contracts,mercial procedures and project delivery processes under the guidance of themercial Manager.

What you'll need to succeed You will have a genuine interest in pursuing a career within quantity surveying andmercial management, ideally within the civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities or construction sectors.You will also have:

Previous experience in an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Trainee Quantity Surveyor or similar role.

A degree, HNC, HND or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline, or be working towards one.

Strong numerical and analytical skills.

Excellentmunication and relationship-building abilities.

A proactive attitude and willingness to learn from experiencedmercial professionals.

Good organisational skills and attention to detail.

Full UK driving licence preferred.

What you'll get in return

Full support and mentoring from an experiencedmercial Manager.

Clear career progression towards Quantity Surveyor and Senior Quantity Surveyor level.

Exposure to a varied portfolio of energy and wastewater infrastructure projects.

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Supportive, collaborative and ambitious working environment.

Long-term career prospects within a growing civil engineering contractor.