At a Glance
- Tasks: Support commercial delivery of civil and electrical works on exciting substation projects.
- Company: Join a leading firm in the utilities sector with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Gain mentorship, competitive salary, and hands-on experience in a dynamic environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and exposure to high-profile projects.
- Why this job: Develop essential Quantity Surveying skills while working on impactful infrastructure projects.
- Qualifications: Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field; strong numeracy and Excel skills required.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 35000 £ per year.
Location: Middleton, Heysham
Overview: As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial and contractual delivery of complex civil, electrical and commissioning works across substation sites. This is a hands‑on role where you develop core QS skills—measurement, valuation, change control and cost reporting—while learning how NEC4 contracts are administered on a live EPC environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Measurement & Valuations: Assist with take‑offs, site measures, monthly valuations and payment applications for subcontract packages (civil, M&E and commissioning).
- Change Control (NEC4): Help prepare and track Early Warnings (EWN), Quotations and Compensation Events (CEN), maintaining registers and supporting timely submissions.
- Subcontract Administration: Support drafting instructions, scopes and RFQs/RFPs, review subcontractor applications, and maintain contract correspondence and records.
- Cost & Reporting: Contribute to CVRs, cash‑flow, earned value and monthly project commercial reports; keep data quality high for internal and client reporting.
- Procurement Support: Assist Supply Chain with tender packs and clarifications; help compare bids and prepare recommendations/award documentation.
- Stakeholder Interface: Work professionally with site teams, designers, supply chain partners and the client National Grid; support meetings and action tracking.
- Governance & Quality: Follow CDM, HSE and project procedures; maintain audit‑ready files and contribute to risk/opportunity tracking.
What You'll Learn
- Practical NEC4 contract administration (Options A and C) in a live utilities/substations environment.
- How programme, scope and change interplay to drive commercial outcomes on a major infrastructure project.
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree (or final‑year/just‑graduated) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or related discipline.
- Strong numeracy and Excel skills; clear written communication and attention to detail.
- Interest in NEC3/NEC4 forms and infrastructure delivery.
Desirable
- Any placement/industry experience in civil engineering, building, power or utilities.
- Familiarity with NEC4 processes (EWNs/CENs) and basic programme understanding.
- Experience preparing scopes/RFPs or reviewing subcontractor applications.
Behaviours
- Ownership: Take responsibility for tasks, follow through, and ask the right questions early.
- Teamwork: Support engineers, planners and senior QS colleagues and communicate clearly.
- Integrity & Safety: Make good decisions, respect procedures and contribute to a positive site culture.
Benefits & Development
- Mentoring by experienced QS/Commercial Managers and structured early‑career development.
- Exposure to a high‑profile, high‑capex transmission project from concept through to execution.
Assistant Quantity Surveyor in Middleton employer: Linxon
Linxon is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London where quality assurance and civil engineering professionals can thrive. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide ample opportunities for professional development alongside competitive salaries, performance incentives, and generous holiday entitlements, ensuring our team members feel valued and motivated in their roles.
