Assistant Quantity Surveyor at J Coffey Group in Worcester, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

cost forecasting

contract admin

work measurement

site visits

payment applications

tender evaluation

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial and project delivery teams in the effective financial and contractual management of civil engineering works across the Severn Trent Water programme. This role provides hands-on experience within a dynamic and fast-moving environment, offering a clear pathway for career development into more senior commercial roles.

Assist with cost forecasting, budget monitoring, and financial reporting
Provide general commercial support to ensure successful delivery of project objectives
Maintain compliance with company procedures, health & safety requirements, and client standards
Support the commercial team in managing risk, change control, and contract administration under NEC contracts
Undertake measurement of works, site visits, and maintaining accurate records
Liaise with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and client representatives to ensure commercial alignment
Assist in the preparation, submission, and management of monthly applications for payment and supporting documentation
Support the preparation and agreement of subcontract orders, variations, and final accounts
Contribute to procurement activities, including tender evaluations and comparisons

Requirements

1-3 yrs

nec contracts

degree

ms office

communication

uk licence

Location: Worcester (Travel to other STW Project Sites)

Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills
1–3 years’ experience in a commercial/quantity surveying role within construction or civil engineering (water/utilities experience beneficial but not essential)
Understanding of NEC contracts
Full UK driving licence (site travel required)
Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline (or working towards one)
Good communication and interpersonal abilities with confidence working across multi-discipline teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with commercial systems is an advantage
Ability to obtain and maintain relevant security clearance is essential

Benefits

Supportive and collaborative team culture
Competitive salary and benefits package
Career development and training pathways (including professional accreditation support)
Exposure to a high-profile, technically challenging infrastructure programme.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

must obtain and maintain relevant security clearance.

Company

Overview

J Coffey Group is a construction company specializing in commercial and residential construction, rail, and civil engineering projects.
The company operates through four main divisions: J Coffey Construction, Main Contracting Division, Rail Division, and Plant Division.
Financials: The company's latest turnover from September 2023 is £215.7 million, with net assets of £108.7 million and cash reserves of £11.6 million.
History: J Coffey Group was founded in 1991.
Typical projects include structural alterations, civil engineering, substructure, concrete works, and builder's works, as well as rail and plant projects.
Specialisms include structural alterations, civil engineering, rail accredited and qualified teams, and in-house plant support.
Cool facts: J Coffey Group has a diverse portfolio of projects and has maintained a strong financial performance over the years.

Culture + Values

Sustainability leadership in delivering construction projects
Integration of sustainability across performance reporting, the Sustainable Development Goals, and the supply chain
Empowering staff to drive a sustainability culture shift within the business
Promoting socially and environmentally responsible supply chains
Collaboration with the Supply Chain Sustainability School to create the 'Agent for Change' programme
Focus on delivering projects in a sustainable way that meets the needs and expectations of clients and interested parties
Investment in Stage V plant and electronic equipment to reduce emissions
Use of HVO D+ Bio-fuel to replace diesel fuel on operational plant and equipment

Environment + Sustainability

J Coffey Construction has committed to reducing emissions, particularly Scope 3 emissions, through the use of concrete design mixes with a high ratio of GGBS as an alternative to Portland Cement, which uses less than 20% of the energy and produces less than 10% of the CO2 emissions of traditional Portland cement.
The company has invested £2.8m in Stage V plant and electrically operated equipment and committed to using HVO D+ Bio-fuel in place of diesel on 94% of operational plant and equipment, reducing projected carbon emissions by circa 400 tonnes CO2e for 2022 and circa 700 tonnes CO2e for 2023.
J Coffey Construction aims to be a company of choice regarding Net Zero ambition, aligning with the 2050 Government target.
The company has created the 'Agent for Change' programme in collaboration with the Supply Chain Sustainability School to embed a culture of sustainability across the business by assigning dedicated sustainability champions within each department and project team.
Key lessons from their sustainability process include the importance of making a commitment and having the backing of the business’s Directors, disseminating positive changes through the workforce, and investing time in methodologies that cater for additional potential prolonged durations in sustainable practices.

Inclusion & Diversity

No specific DEI strategy and outcomes for the requested company were found in the provided sources.
General statistics indicate that diverse companies are 70% more likely to capture new markets and 35% more likely to outperform their competitors.
Women make up 55.4% of all U.S. employees but only 6.6% of Fortune 500 CEOs are women.
Companies with equal numbers of men and women can produce up to 41% higher revenue.
Gender-diverse companies are 15% more likely to experience higher financial returns.
Only 23% of C-Suites are made up of women, and less than 25% of C-Suite level employees are female.
42% of women report experiencing some form of discrimination at work.

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Role

Description

cost forecasting

contract admin

work measurement

site visits

payment applications

tender evaluation

Assist with cost forecasting, budget monitoring, and financial reporting
Provide general commercial support to ensure successful delivery of project objectives
Maintain compliance with company procedures, health & safety requirements, and client standards
Support the commercial team in managing risk, change control, and contract administration under NEC contracts
Undertake measurement of works, site visits, and maintaining accurate records
Liaise with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and client representatives to ensure commercial alignment
Assist in the preparation, submission, and management of monthly applications for payment and supporting documentation
Support the preparation and agreement of subcontract orders, variations, and final accounts
Contribute to procurement activities, including tender evaluations and comparisons

Requirements

1-3 yrs

nec contracts

degree

ms office

communication

uk licence

Location: Worcester (Travel to other STW Project Sites)

Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills
1–3 years’ experience in a commercial/quantity surveying role within construction or civil engineering (water/utilities experience beneficial but not essential)
Understanding of NEC contracts
Full UK driving licence (site travel required)
Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline (or working towards one)
Good communication and interpersonal abilities with confidence working across multi-discipline teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with commercial systems is an advantage
Ability to obtain and maintain relevant security clearance is essential

Benefits

Supportive and collaborative team culture
Competitive salary and benefits package
Career development and training pathways (including professional accreditation support)
Exposure to a high-profile, technically challenging infrastructure programme.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

must obtain and maintain relevant security clearance.

Company

Overview

J Coffey Group is a construction company specializing in commercial and residential construction, rail, and civil engineering projects.
The company operates through four main divisions: J Coffey Construction, Main Contracting Division, Rail Division, and Plant Division.
Financials: The company's latest turnover from September 2023 is £215.7 million, with net assets of £108.7 million and cash reserves of £11.6 million.
History: J Coffey Group was founded in 1991.
Typical projects include structural alterations, civil engineering, substructure, concrete works, and builder's works, as well as rail and plant projects.
Specialisms include structural alterations, civil engineering, rail accredited and qualified teams, and in-house plant support.
Cool facts: J Coffey Group has a diverse portfolio of projects and has maintained a strong financial performance over the years.

Culture + Values

Sustainability leadership in delivering construction projects
Integration of sustainability across performance reporting, the Sustainable Development Goals, and the supply chain
Empowering staff to drive a sustainability culture shift within the business
Promoting socially and environmentally responsible supply chains
Collaboration with the Supply Chain Sustainability School to create the 'Agent for Change' programme
Focus on delivering projects in a sustainable way that meets the needs and expectations of clients and interested parties
Investment in Stage V plant and electronic equipment to reduce emissions
Use of HVO D+ Bio-fuel to replace diesel fuel on operational plant and equipment

Environment + Sustainability

J Coffey Construction has committed to reducing emissions, particularly Scope 3 emissions, through the use of concrete design mixes with a high ratio of GGBS as an alternative to Portland Cement, which uses less than 20% of the energy and produces less than 10% of the CO2 emissions of traditional Portland cement.
The company has invested £2.8m in Stage V plant and electrically operated equipment and committed to using HVO D+ Bio-fuel in place of diesel on 94% of operational plant and equipment, reducing projected carbon emissions by circa 400 tonnes CO2e for 2022 and circa 700 tonnes CO2e for 2023.
J Coffey Construction aims to be a company of choice regarding Net Zero ambition, aligning with the 2050 Government target.
The company has created the 'Agent for Change' programme in collaboration with the Supply Chain Sustainability School to embed a culture of sustainability across the business by assigning dedicated sustainability champions within each department and project team.
Key lessons from their sustainability process include the importance of making a commitment and having the backing of the business’s Directors, disseminating positive changes through the workforce, and investing time in methodologies that cater for additional potential prolonged durations in sustainable practices.

Inclusion & Diversity

No specific DEI strategy and outcomes for the requested company were found in the provided sources.
General statistics indicate that diverse companies are 70% more likely to capture new markets and 35% more likely to outperform their competitors.
Women make up 55.4% of all U.S. employees but only 6.6% of Fortune 500 CEOs are women.
Companies with equal numbers of men and women can produce up to 41% higher revenue.
Gender-diverse companies are 15% more likely to experience higher financial returns.
Only 23% of C-Suites are made up of women, and less than 25% of C-Suite level employees are female.
42% of women report experiencing some form of discrimination at work.

Articles

J Coffey Group Limited - Company Profile

Another landmark contract for J Coffey Construction

Coffey Group Vacancies