Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Position: Assistant /Graduate Quantity Surveyor

Location: Caerphilly

Reports to: Senior Quantity Surveyor/Commercial Manager

Company Overview:

Our client is a leading carpentry sub-contractor specialising in commercial builds and refurbishments with Tier 1 contractors.

Job Purpose:

Support the Senior Quantity Surveyor in managing project costs, minimizing expenses, and ensuring high standards and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

Cost Management: Assist in preparing cost estimates and monitoring project budgets.

Procurement: Help procure materials and subcontractors, and evaluate tenders.

Contract Administration: Aid in preparing and managing contracts, and record site activities.

Measurement and Valuation: Measure and value work in progress, prepare payment applications, and conduct valuations.

Risk Management: Identify and mitigate project risks.

Client Communication: Maintain communication with clients and�subcontractors.

Compliance: Ensure adherence to legal and regulatory standards, and uphold health and safety.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Education: Degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying or related field.

Experience: Previous experience in construction, preferably with a focus on commercial builds and carpentry.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in industry software and understanding of construction methods.

Soft Skills: Strong numerical, analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Working Conditions:

Full-time, office-based with regular site visits.

Salary and Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package.