Job Advertisement: Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Location: North London
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Permanent
About the Company:
Our client is a highly respected and innovative Civil Engineering company, specialising in plant machinery solutions. With over 10 years of experience, they are a Tier 1 Principal Contractor licensed to work with Network Rail but predominantly operate as a subcontractor to other major contractors in the industry. They undertake a diverse range of works, including drainage, de-vegetation, fencing, excavations, and signal infrastructure installations.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to provide vital commercial expertise across a wide range of projects. You will work closely with project teams to ensure commercial alignment with strategic project objectives, ensuring value for money while managing contract obligations efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide commercial support and decision-making across all contracts, ensuring that strategic project objectives are met and value for money is achieved.
* Negotiate commercial agreements with third parties, managing interfaces between contracts and suppliers.
* Assist with contract management to ensure effective commercial control throughout the project lifecycle.
* Support Project Managers with their obligations under NEC3 and NEC4 contracts.
* Assist with the valuation of variations and compensation events.
* Contribute to the assessment of contract payments.
* Review and analyse monthly supply chain reports, providing insights and recommendations as needed.
Key Requirements:
* Extensive experience working with NEC3 and NEC4 contracts (minimum of 3-5 years).
* Strong knowledge of commercial practices within the construction and civil engineering sectors.
* Familiarity with relevant software such as CEMAR, Asite, Construction Manager, and Microsoft Project.
* Ability to negotiate effectively with third parties and manage contract interfaces.
* Proven experience in contract administration and payment assessments.
* Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise with stakeholders at all levels.
Desirable Skills:
* Previous experience working within the rail sector or on infrastructure projects.
* Experience with project management software such as Microsoft Project.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunities for career progression within a growing company.
* Work with a team of industry professionals in a dynamic and innovative environment.
If you have the experience and expertise to thrive in this challenging and rewarding role, please send your CV and contact details to richard.w@gts-search.com.
Best regards
Richard