80546 - Assistant Quantity Surveyor
This Assistant Quantity Surveyor will report to the Area Commercial Manager and will work within UKPN Services - Commercial based in our Heathrow office. You will be a permanent employee.
You will attract a salary of £51,245 and a bonus of 3%. This role can also offer blended working after probationary period (6 months) - 3 days in the office and 2 remote
Close Date: 09/04/2025
We also provide the following additional benefits
25 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays.
Reservist Leave - Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid
Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%)
Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan
Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes
Occupational Health support
Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products
Discounted gym membership
Employee Assistance Programme
Job Nature and Scope:
UK Power network Services has long-term contracts to upgrade operate and complete the life cycle maintenance of the high voltage electrical assets for specific major clients, together with a capital expenditure programme for the supply of infrastructure and connections to multiple client sites. UK Power Networks Services is looking to employ an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to oversee the commercial aspects of the contracts.
Job Purpose
To assist Quantity Surveyors, the Area Commercial Manager, and the Lead Commercial Manager in providing professional commercial support to the UKPN Services business across specified long-term contracts and competitively tendered client projects.
You will support commercial aspects of contracts and projects, including contract setup, management, pricing, service delivery, scope changes, and dispute resolution. You will ensure contract compliance and support efforts to maximise profit delivery.
Additionally, we ask that you support the commercial project team, which may include Quantity Surveyors, Commercial Quantity Surveyors, and Commercial Administrators, in the management of clients, subcontractors, and supplier contracts.
Important Responsibilities:
Commercial & Contract Management:
Support the contract and commercial management team to achieve all contract related commercial goals.
Ensure all activities comply with UKPN guidelines, goals, and procedures, reporting any areas of non-conformance to the Area Commercial Manager.
To be commercial lead for smaller projects, or for larger projects to provide support, on a portfolio of nominated contracts and client construction projects
Cost Estimation & Budget Control:
Help prepare cost estimates, budgets, and tender documents
Monitor project costs and ensure alignment with budgets
Procurement & Supplier Management:
Support in preparing and reviewing contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders
Help evaluate and negotiate supplier and subcontractor agreements
Reporting & Compliance:
Help prepare monthly valuations, cost reports, and forecasts
Support in assessing and certifying subcontractor payments
Identify and report potential financial risks and discrepancies
Produce quality reports, questioning the decisions and directions of others where necessary
Project Coordination & Stakeholder Engagement:
Work with project managers, site teams, and senior quantity surveyors
Attend site visits, progress meetings, and client briefings
Work with the Client Delivery Manager, Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, other commercial team and P6 Planners to deliver advice and support, to ensure that the projects are managed following the contract.
General Responsibilities:
Collaborate with external partners and team members to ensure projects progress without delay
Provide support for dispute resolution where required
Maintain knowledge of major contracts to support cover purposes, transfer best practices, and contribute to future growth projects within UKPN Services
Dimensions:
Turnover - up to £10 million per year project and/or contract revenues
No direct reports
Although based at the sites above, the jobholder will develop knowledge of other major contracts for cover purposes, to transfer best practice and to facilitate working on future growth projects within UKPN Services.
Qualifications:
Essential:
Educated to degree level in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent professional qualifications and experience
Experience in a similar role (experience in construction, infrastructure, or Electrical engineering) is advantageous
Experience with cost estimation, procurement, and contract management
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, cost management software, and financial reporting tools
Work as part of a team or independently in a fast-paced environment
Teamworking skills with a proactive and adaptable approach.
Desirable:
Knowledge of construction contracts (e.g., NEC)
Experience supporting the resolution of commercial disputes
Familiarity with project reporting and financial forecasting