Overview
Better places, thriving communities. Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Location: HM Naval Base, Devonport Royal Dockyard, Plymouth
Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday
Join Our Team! We're looking for a detail-driven and ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support a wide range of projects across a secure estate. If you're ready to grow your career in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
* Pre-Construction: Preparing and issuing tender enquiries; Reviewing tender returns for accuracy and value; Creating cost estimates (ROCs) for proposed works; Supporting scope and pricing document development; Engaging with suppliers for competitive tenders
* Commercial Reporting & Risk: Assisting with monthly cost reports and forecasts; Monitoring budgets and flagging issues; Updating risk registers with commercial insights; Supporting post-project reviews
* Live Project Delivery: Supporting projects from award to completion; Preparing and submitting payment applications; Managing change control and subcontract orders; Tracking costs, budgets, and cash flows; Suggesting cost-saving initiatives; Maintaining accurate records in systems like Maximo & Coupa
Essential Skills
* Experience in QS, commercial, procurement, or project support
* Understanding of tendering and commercial documentation
* Strong communication and numeracy skills
* Organised and deadline-driven
* Proficient in MS Excel & Word
Desirable Extras
* Experience with MOD contracts or secure sites
* Familiar with CAFM systems
* Knowledge of NEC or JCT contracts
* Interest in project management
* Studying towards QS qualifications (HNC, degree, RICS)
Important Requirement
It is essential that candidates have a 5-year checkable work history in the UK. This is a mandatory requirement due to the nature of the site and will be verified during the recruitment process.
Benefits & Inclusion
Our market-leading offering provides benefits to suit your lifestyle, including:
* Virtual GP for you and your household; Salary Finance scheme allowing early access to earned pay; Options to purchase extra holidays
* MiDeals discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, life cover up to four times salary, enhanced pension contributions, save-as-you-earn, and Mitie Matching Share Plan
* Recognition through Mitie Stars with monthly prizes and a potential £10,000 top prize
* Training and development opportunities across a range of resources
* Inclusive recruitment process; reasonable adjustments available on request (contact jess.mercel@mitie.com)
Since 1987, Mitie has 76,000 employees delivering facilities management and professional services globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company with clients across banking, government, hospitals, and schools.
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