Assistant Quantity Surveyor

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Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - New Build Social Housing

Social Housing New Build experience is required for this role, ideally, you will also have Social Housing refurbishment experience too, although not essential.

You will want to be a hands-on Assistant QS, manage specific schemes whilst managing/supporting Trainee QS's when required.

You should be able to carry out a range of assistant quantity surveying duties including day-to-day cost control, cash management, subcontractor management, risk management, financial reporting (CVR/PPR); preparation in valuations (internal/external); record keeping and general administration.

You must have a proven track record in quantity surveying within the residential sector ideally on new build schemes along with a knowledge and understanding of refurb works.

Excellent communication skills are critical to this role and you must be able to adapt with a young, vibrant team that exists. The role will involve liaison with internal customers, clients and supply chain. The successful candidate will have;

* A track record in commercial management from within a recognised contracting organisation.

* Experience of either new build contracting or refurbishment works, preferably both.

* Understanding of various Contract forms.

* Be a competent negotiator who is able to agree rates/prices without compromising company margins.

* Have a good knowledge in terms of regulations, current materials, rates, prices along with a good commercial awareness.

* Be an excellent communicator.

* The ability to understand and assist the CVR process