Job Description
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
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Preston
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Full-time/ Permanent
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Our clients are a well established consultancy who are enjoying a strong period of growth in the North-West, creating the opportunity for an Assistant QS to join the team working from the Preston office with hybrid working options.
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Suitable applicants will have experience at Trainee or Assistant QS level, preferably with a consultancy however we can consider contractor experience also. Previous experience of working on commercial & real estate projects is preferred. If you have experience of employers agent/ contract administration duties then this would be a big plus!
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Main Duties and Responsibilities
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- Support cost management team with a full range of duties.
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- Help to ensure that client objectives are met and that projects are delivered to time and cost targets, and the appropriate quality standards;
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- Assisting in the reparation of interim valuations, contract instructions and final accounts;
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- Employer's Agent / Contract Administrator services including issuing of appropriate project certification/ supporting senior costing team with documentation.
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Salary and Benefits
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- Basic salary - £30-38k
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- Hybrid working
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- Excellent benefits package
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- Lots of internal progression opportunities as the business continues to grow
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Qualifications/Skills required
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- Preferably a Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline
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- Proven experience in a Trainee or Assistant QS position
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- Good knowledge of construction methods, contracts, and commercial procedures
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- High level of IT literacy including MS Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
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- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
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- Strong analytical and numerical ability with attention to detail
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- Excellent organisational and time management skills, to meet strict deadlines
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- Ambitious, driven and a strong communicator are all traits we look for in our teams!
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Assistant Quantity Surveyor in Preston employer: Outline Recruitment
As a Buyer at our Newport location, you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that prioritises collaboration and innovation. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth, ensuring that you can develop your skills while contributing to meaningful projects. Join us to be part of a supportive team that values your contributions and fosters a rewarding career path.
