Are you a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Quantity Surveyor ready to take the next step in your career? An established M&E and Main Contractor is looking for a talented individual to join their team based in Teesside.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially-minded graduate with some practical experience in the construction industry to play a key role in the financial management of a diverse range of projects.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will work closely with the Senior Quantity Surveyor and Project teams, providing support across all commercial aspects of projects. Your responsibilities will include:

Cost Management & Reporting

• Assisting in the preparation of tender packages and the negotiation of sub-contract orders.

• Supporting the procurement process, including vetting and appointing sub-contractors and suppliers.

• Conducting site measures and valuations of work completed by sub-contractors and direct labour.

• Preparing and submitting monthly applications for payment to clients.

• Assisting with the preparation of project cost reports and forecasts, highlighting any commercial risks or opportunities.

Commercial Administration

• Managing and administering sub-contract accounts from initial instruction through to final account agreement.

• Supporting the team in the identification, preparation, and valuation of variations (changes) and claims.

• Assisting with final account preparation and negotiation with clients and sub-contractors.

• Ensuring compliance with contractual terms and conditions.

Team & Site Liaison

• Attending site meetings and contributing to project progress discussions.

• Maintaining clear and accurate commercial documentation and records.

• Liaising with the Project Managers, Engineers, and other internal departments to ensure commercial control is maintained throughout the project lifecycle.

Preferred Experience

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline.

• Some practical time served experience within the construction industry, ideally with exposure to both M&E and Main Contracting environments.

• A strong understanding of standard forms of contract.

• Excellent numerical, analytical, and communication skills.

• Proficient in relevant industry software (e.g., Microsoft Excel).

• Based in or willing to commute to the Teesside area.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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