Assistant Quantity Surveyor jobs in United States

Due to continuing expansion, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated individual to work within the company based in our office at Netherley.

Employment Type: Full-Time
Reporting to: Commercial Manager

About Us

W M Donald Ltd is a leading civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation for quality, safety, and innovation. We are seeking a proactive Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Aberdeen team.

About the Role

You’ll play a key in successfully managing all financial aspects of a project pre and post contract.

Minimise the costs of a project and enhance value for money, while achieving the required quality, safety and environmental standards

Liaise with clients and develop cost plans and estimates in line with their requirements.

To ensure compliance with the Company Standards of Service, Management Systems and to meet the requirements of the company business plan(s).

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities and cash flow forecasts.
• Undertake costs analysis and reporting on project work (pre-and-post contract).
• Assist in establishing the client's requirements and undertake budget cost studies which reflect these requirements.
• Perform risk /value management and cost control.
• Identify, analyse and develop responses to commercial risks.
• Prepare and analyse costs for tenders.
• Obtain quotations and prepare sub contract documents for subcontractors.
• Provide advice on and assisting with the preparation of contractual claims.
• Analyse outcomes of and write detailed progress reports.
• Prepare interim valuations, final accounts and arranging payments.
• Maintain awareness of the various civil engineering contracts in current use.
• Understand the implications of health and safety regulations.
• Maintain Document logs and registers.
• Liaise with contract staff, suppliers and clients
• Implement and maintain company procedures and contract administrative systems
• Use a variety of software packages including EasyEarthworks, Excel, Word, Project, Constructa and Entropy
• Strong track record of delivery of projects in a Construction environment
• Clear understanding of the full project management lifecycle
• Ability to manage tasks independently and work to deadlines.
• 3 Years Experience as an estimator or QS
• Understanding of ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001 standards.

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Since 1977, W M Donald has grown to be the leading civil engineering and construction company in the North-East and beyond. We're not just offering jobs – we're offering exciting opportunities for growth and development in a thriving and innovative company.

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and be a part of a dynamic team, then you've come to the right place. Watch the video to see what a career at W M Donald can look like and follow the link below to learn more about the benefits that come with the role.