Equans is looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team in London on a permanent basis. This is a full‑time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.
The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will be a member of the Commercial resource supporting the operational team within the HMCTS contract where EQUANS completes Project Works. They will provide contract commercial management services and profit improvement, with a focus on compliance. In addition, they may be required to support growth within the sector on existing contracts as well as new business development initiatives to extend the suite of contracts.
The post holder will be responsible for delivering the commercial management function across the contract and clearly communicating the obligations and liabilities to ultimately ensure that income is maximised, costs are minimised, whilst the service required is delivered.
What will you deliver?
* Assist the QS with commercial administration and management on a number of live projects.
* Collate sub‑contract procurement information to manage subcontract orders, accounts and variation accounts in line with the main contract.
* Assist on post‑tender internal and external pricing analysis/assessment for sign‑off whilst ensuring within budget.
* Conduct contract risk and opportunity assessment to identify these areas and plan for them accordingly, ensuring pricing remains on budget without undermining Health and Safety.
* Assist with subcontractor selection for new schemes, ensuring the chosen subcontractor has the appropriate orders and information to carry out their work, and help prepare procurement schedules.
* Prepare logical and auditable documentation for valuation, procurement and commercial administration.
* Prepare and administer monthly applications and sub‑contractor accounts in line with legal obligations.
* Support the QS in day‑to‑day cost control, monitoring and reporting.
* Review sub‑contractor accounts and measure progress to assist in submitting valuations, preparing application for payments, final accounts, and retention release.
* Monitor receipt of payment in a timely manner to ensure timely cash flow management for the client, the group and the supply chain.
* Compile valuations with QS to prepare internal valuations to determine accurate cost reports.
* Assist on completing QS documentation (i.e. client invoices) within deadlines.
* Assist the QS with contractual issues and take action as required.
* Process subcontractor requests for payment and issue notices.
* Ensure the company is neither compromised nor disadvantaged by a contractual or financial arrangement.
* Attend internal and external project and company‑related meetings as appropriate.
* Where appropriate, assist with estimates and negotiations for future projects or phases.
* Provide assistance to the finance, accounts and estimating teams as necessary.
* Perform general day‑to‑day administrative duties.
* Be prepared to travel to and from site and/or head offices within various geographical areas.
What can we offer you?
On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes:
* 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
* Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
* Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
* Cycle to work scheme
* 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
* Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training and personalised support programmes
* Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
* Access to growing employee networks including AccessAbility (physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (LGBTQ+ community), RISE (people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER, Working Parents and Young Professionals.
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to a mental wellbeing app
Who are we looking for?
* Suitable commercial experience within a similar industry sector.
* Educated to degree level in Quantity Surveying.
* Able to work independently and as part of a team.
* A confident and adaptable communication style.
* Good numeracy skills.
* Evidence of the right to work in the UK.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.
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