Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Job Title - Assistant Quantity Surveyor Projects - Large New Build Industrial Project Location - Manchester city centre The company A blue chip, award winning company with a solid reputation are looking for a Project Quantity Surveyor. A successful tier one contractor with an enviable forward order book of North West industrial projects. Projects values - £10 million - £30 million in value The role • To assist on commercial control of all allocated projects • Dealing with a variety of forms of construction such as Concrete Frame, Steel Frame etc • Supply relevant commercial information/reports to the Project and Senior QS • Monitor contract compliance against statutory requirements • Help to develop client relationships • Attend all commercial meetings internal/external relevant to multiple projects • Conduct site visits and carrying out surveying duties under supervision • Updating the Commercial team with the progress of all accounts, both client and sub-contract, through to finalisation. • Having effective commercial control of all allocated projects, including the provision of timely and accurate documentation in accordance with the reporting timetable, • More specifically, cost value reconciliations, forecasts, continuous improvement documents, cash flow forecast and the commercial register. Experience and Skills • Tier one main contractor experience • Industrial project experience (ideal but not essential) • Assist in overseeing and monitoring the production, submission and agreement of final accounts •Knowledge and protection of contractual status • JCT D&B Contract knowledge • Reading and accurately interpreting drawings and specifications. • Commercial skills to increase value recovery, ensure cost control and cash management • Knowledge and understanding of measurement and valuation. • Knowledge and understanding of budgets and forecast management. • Preparation and understanding of CVR s and supplementary financial reports and final accounts. • Knowledge and understanding of subcontract orders and buying. • Management and development of direct reports • Develop client relationships Salary and Package Up to £45,000 + company car / allowance Pension Holidays Bonus To apply please send your cv to Alexandra Smith (Quantity Surveying / Estimating and Buying recruitment specialist) (url removed) or ring me on (phone number removed)