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Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Employer
Willmott Dixon
Location
Surrey
Salary
Negotiable
Closing date
2 Jan 2022

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Job Details

We are looking for experienced Assistant Project Surveyors to join the teams on exciting new projects based in Kent and Surrey. The successful candidates will provide commercial support to the senior surveying staff on site to ensure that projects are procured and delivered within budget and to the highest quality whilst exceeding our customers' expectations.

Key responsibilities include;

  • Proactively contribute to the project team.
  • Build working relationships with supply chain, consultants and clients where appropriate.
  • Work with project team to achieve or exceed budgeted target.
  • Identify potential disputes in a timely manner to Line Manager.
  • Place supply chain orders in accordance with the procurement schedule.
  • Ensure subcontract orders accurately reflect the main contract requirements and scope of works.
  • Accurately value, certify and issue any relevant payment notices for the subcontract works in accordance with the conditions of their subcontract.
  • Ensure that external valuations are submitted in accordance with conditions of the main contract and that payments are received by the due date.
  • Assist in the preparation of CVC reports, ensuring they accurately reflect the current position on site and the final profit projection.
  • Promote timely and equitable resolution of subcontract final accounts.
  • Provide early warning of future financial problems and ensure accurate real time reporting.
  • Manage and minimise non recoverable costs on projects.

Proven experience of:

  • MS Excel.
  • Procurement.
  • Re-measurement.
  • Financial / cost control.
  • Interacting with site team.
  • Reading and accurately interpreting drawings and specifications.
  • A base understanding of contract law.
  • Good communication at all levels.  

Academic:

Essential

  • Good level of education to include 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above, A Levels.

Desirable

  • Construction related degree or working towards conclusion.

Professional:

Essential

  • Appropriate CSCS card.
  • Valid driving licence.

Desirable

  • Working towards MCIOB or RICS.

Additional Information

At Willmott Dixon we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in and we are happy to support agile/flexible working wherever possible. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme.

In return we provide you a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package to fit your lifestyle and priorities, the opportunities for you to develop your career with Willmott Dixon and the training to make this happen - but most importantly a great place to work with a true family ethos and a chance to develop your career of a lifetime!

About Us

With over 160 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive.

Construction is changing and we are at the forefront of that change. Pioneering new ways to build, innovating the way construction is viewed and establishing ourselves as one of the top employers in any industry. It truly is an amazing company in one of the most exciting industries with a vast array of professional career paths. Adding to that our numerous people awards, we understand everyone has a unique potential and ability to make a difference and succeed; if you want your skills developed and talent recognised, why not join our business!

Willmott Dixon was awarded 5th place in the Sunday Times Best Companies Top 100 (2020) to work for, the Times Top 50 Employers for Women 2021 and is the first major contractor and developer to win a Queen's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

Company

Willmott Dixon is the 2nd largest capital works, regeneration and support services. We pride ourselves on our long history, and in being a sustainable company which respects and care for people in the wider environment.

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