Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Sir Robert McAlpine; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to assist in managing various Sub Contract works packages during project phases. This role requires a BSc in Quantity Surveying or progress toward it, along with understanding measurement in a construction context. Candidates with main contractor experience are preferred. The firm emphasizes an inclusive culture and offers competitive rewards and progression opportunities. Application encouraged from diverse backgrounds.

Benefits

Performance-related progression opportunities

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Main Contractor work experience would be ideal.
• Good understanding of construction-related quantity measurement.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tendering and managing subcontract works.
• Support the Project Quantity Surveying Team in their tasks.
• Prepare sub-contract orders and liaise with Procurement.
• Attend post-tender subcontract interviews.
• Measure building and civil engineering works.
• Prepare monthly valuations and final accounts.

Skills

Understanding of measuring quantities

Familiarity with electronic contract administration tools

Education

BSc Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management

Job description

Overview

A fantastic opportunity to work alongside a number of senior members who will help develop and further your career. Across the country, you'll find iconic landmarks built by Sir Robert McAlpine. Cornwall's Eden Project, the National Stadium in Wales, Birmingham's Bull Ring, London's Emirates Stadium. By joining us now, you can play your part in delivering the next generation of outstanding projects that will continue our 150-year legacy. Our family-owned business is where to achieve more from your career by proudly building Britain's future heritage with us.

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor role

• Responsible for assisting with tendering, subsequent placing and management of various Sub Contact works packages during both the pre-construction and construction phases of the project.
• To assist the Project Quantity Surveying Team in the carrying out of any pre or post-contract quantity surveying functions.
• Assist in the preparation of sub-contract orders from the preparation of the tender enquiry through to the placement of the sub-contract order, including liaising with the Procurement Department
• Attendance at post tender subcontract interviews.
• Measurement of building and civil engineering works.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly valuation of the works.
• Assist in the preparation of final accounts.

Your profile

• BSc Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management or working towards this.
• Main Contractor work experience would be ideal.
• A good understanding of measuring quantities in a construction related environment.
• Familiarity with electronic contract administration tools is desirable.

Rewards

We're ready to invest in you and your future, and offer wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities.

We'd love you to join us in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now.

Sir Robert McAlpine is focused on being a truly inclusive employer, even if you don't meet every single requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. Especially if you're part of a group that is under-represented in Construction. Our goal is for Sir Robert McAlpine to proportionally represent the diversity of the working population in society. As a family-run business with strong family values, our aim is to ensure that Sir Robert McAlpine is a supportive, empowering and inclusive environment for every member of our team.