Assistant Quantity Surveyor

The Company

A market leading Principal Contractor who completes projects for major blue chip retail clients are looking to add to their commercial team. This business has over 20 years' of experience within the industry delivering high quality fittings and bespoke projects across the retail & commercial sectors. They value themselves as being a forward-thinking business, offering working from home and flexibility to accommodate modern life.

The Role

Assistant Quantity Surveyor supporting the commercial team in delivering design & build and refit projects nationwide ranging in value (£50k - £2m).

Experience, Knowledge & Qualifications

As the Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you must possess the following;

* 3+ years' experience working as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor for a Main Contractor or a Fit-Out Contractor
* Strong knowledge of commercial and construction contracts such as JCT
* Preferred background in fit out or commercial construction
* Knowledge of refit and refurbishment projects with values ranging between £50k - £2m
* Good communicator, able to deal with a range of people, tasks and obligations
* Well organised, self-starter, able to implement procedures and effectively manage all aspects of the works
* Commercial knowledge and ability to negotiate terms with a range of parties

Duties

* Reporting to the Head of Commercial
* Submission of interim payment applications
* Preparation of monthly cost and value reconciliation reports / Project cost control
* Assisting with all commercial aspects of allocated projects
* Preparation and submission of interim valuations
* Manage and value variations
* Attend meetings for the agreement of final accounts
* Post contract liaison with clients
* Sub-contract negotiation and letting
* Joint responsibility of managing contract costs including payments to sub-contractors
* Preparation of monthly cost and value reconciliation reports
* Assist with the management of contractual documentation and letters / Understanding of sub-contracts
* Placing sub-contract orders

This is a Permanent position with a competitive salary (£30,000 - £35,000 + Package) on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact Cameron Lally - Senior Resourcer - Caval Ltd - 07917 900656