Galliford Try
UK-based construction group delivering building, infrastructure and specialist services across public and private sectors.
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Assist with commercial admin, cost reporting, and subcontract management on infrastructure project.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Contribute to creating a safe working environment. • Utilise Oracle software to accurately report costs and value to the business unit. • Evaluate internal expenditure reports and assess costs. • Assist in the procurement process for subcontract partners, including bid preparation and evaluation. • Produce subcontract documentation and manage change in accordance with contract terms. • Administer subcontract work packages, including interim assessments and change management. • Support the commercial team with payment applications, site record maintenance, and cost‑to‑complete data.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸oracle reporting
- ▸cost evaluation
- ▸bid preparation
- ▸subcontract docs
- ▸work packages
- ▸payment applications
What You Bring
• Understanding of standard forms of contract. • Proficiency in Excel, Word and cost‑management systems (CEMAR, Oracle). • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. • Solid knowledge of construction processes. • Excellent time and outcome management abilities. • Relevant degree or commercial environment experience. • Experience on large single or multiple smaller schemes. • CSCS card appropriate.
Requirements
- ▸excel
- ▸cemar
- ▸oracle
- ▸cscs
- ▸degree
- ▸stakeholder
Benefits
Galliford Try has an order book exceeding £4.1 billion, making it one of the industry’s leading principal contractors. This offers the chance to work on high‑profile UK projects, enjoy stability, and develop your career within diverse, high‑performing teams. The company’s ‘Be Well’ programme supports physical and mental wellbeing through discounts, advice and support. Employees benefit from extensive training programmes, including leadership development, apprenticeships, and the Career Paths initiative, which provides tailored training and support to help individuals reach their potential. The company culture values engagement, flexibility and employee empowerment. The Agile Working programme allows staff to choose when, where and how they work, offering a mix of structured and flexible arrangements to suit personal and team needs. Galliford Try welcomes full‑time, part‑time and flexible working arrangements and encourages applicants to disclose any reasonable adjustments needed. The company promotes a diverse, inclusive workplace and, as a Disability Confident employer, offers interview opportunities to candidates with long‑term health conditions or disabilities who meet essential criteria. • Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package. • Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with service, plus holiday purchase option. • Wide range of corporate discounts and Cycle‑to‑Work schemes. • Comprehensive pension plan and competitive family leave policy. • Save As You Earn share purchase scheme. • Private medical scheme options and 24/7 employee assistance programme. • Paid yearly membership to a relevant professional association.
Work Environment
Onsite