Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Overview

Assist site cost control, reporting, procurement and surveying tasks for a building project.

Key Responsibilities

• cost control
• report compilation
• subcontract processing
• tender preparation
• quantity surveying
• data management

Tasks

The Commercial team deals with everything to do with cost-effective building, including quantity surveying, estimating, procurement and material buying. Reporting to Quantity Surveyor/Senior Quantity Surveyor/Managing Surveyor you will assist with commercial and surveying responsibilities for a site. Assist in compiling all necessary reports and schedules as required, and undertake all general commercial administrative duties, including filing, emails, chasing down emails and phone calls, and ensuring a general tidiness to Commercial presentation. A keen learner, willing to assist with all sub-contractor procedures and processes, materials and goods, whilst always checking compliance with Group Policies and Procedures. -Assist with the compilation of all weekly, monthly and quarterly reports as required -Attend all team meetings as required -Understand and assist with evaluation and agreement of variations and instruction. -Maintain relevant filing systems and databases -Assist with controlling all commercial aspects and responsibilities with regards to respective RSL's -Working within the guidelines set out within the Group policies and procedures -Assist with compiling reports on costs and cash flows using the support systems available, as well as reports for the Division as required -Process Subcontract orders, payments and variations, using Excel and Group payment system (COINS) -Assist with maintaining cost control throughout development -Assist with accurate costing for each aspect of site development -Ensure compliance with Group IT systems -Promote and act in accordance with Group values, systems, policies and procedures -Assist with preparation of tenders and procurement of sub-contractors using Group Tender procedures

Requirements

• cscs card
• surveying
• ms office
• excel
• communication
• numeracy

What You Bring

-Strong communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships both internally and externally -Must carry a valid CSCS card -Studying or recently qualified in surveying -Ability to multi-task, and work efficiently and accurately -Be aware of new materials and methods of construction which the company may employ -Able to work on own initiative -Self-disciplined, with demonstrably good time management skills and the ability to manage a number of priorities -Professional and pleasant manner in dealing with internal and external customers -Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail, able to gather, interpret and present data to facilitate preparation of budgets and subsequent valuations -Methodical, conscientious and organised, works to deliver high standards -Articulate, clear and credible, and able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment -Intermediate to advanced level of proficiency with MS Office and Excel programs and a good standard of written English. Ability to generate professional correspondence unaided

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Benefits

Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales offices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues. -Competitive Salary -Enhanced Family Friendly Policies -Private Medical Cover - Single Cover -Choice of Flexible Benefits -Competitive Bonus Scheme -26 days' holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years' continuous service up to 29 days)

About Barratt Redrow

-A major UK homebuilder, known for its residential developments and large-scale projects. -Founded through the merger of two leading construction firms, creating a legacy of quality housing. -Specializes in building homes across urban and suburban landscapes, from starter homes to luxury properties. -Projects range from traditional housing developments to mixed-use urban regeneration, with a focus on sustainability. -Has contributed significantly to UK housing supply, building thousands of homes annually. -Notable work includes the development of new communities and transformation of neglected areas into thriving neighborhoods. -Operates with a commitment to quality, innovation, and integrating modern technologies into construction processes.

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