Job Description Job Title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor Location: Head Office – Belfast (with occasional UK travel to project sites) Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent Role Overview A leading façade and architectural glazing contractor is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support its expanding commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company with a strong order book and sustainable growth strategy, where you’ll work across a variety of high-profile projects throughout the UK. The successful candidate will assist in both pre- and post-contract commercial activities, supporting cost management, subcontractor engagement, variation tracking, and financial reporting. Key Responsibilities Pre-Contract Duties: • Support with document control and commercial file management. • Carry out quantity take-offs for cost plans, tenders, and budget control. • Assist in preparing and submitting tender bids and commercial proposals. • Help identify risks, omissions, and opportunities during tender review. • Work collaboratively with the estimating team on pre-contract deliverables. Post-Contract Duties: • Support subcontractor appointment processes and administration. • Assist in managing subcontractor accounts: including measurements, variations, and payment notices. • Maintain accurate cost records to support valuations, CVRs (Cost Value Reconciliations), and variation claims. • Participate in cost investigations and on-site measurements. • Identify and record variations, ensuring commercial recovery in line with contract terms. • Assist in preparing contractual correspondence using approved templates. • Monitor cash flow projections versus actual spend and report discrepancies. • Measure project interim and final accounts. • Contribute to financial reporting at internal progress meetings. • Support with weekly or biweekly labour cost assessments vs. budgeted outputs. • Carry out other commercial tasks as required by the business. Person Specification Essential: • Third-level qualification in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience (or working towards qualification). • Understanding of standard and bespoke forms of contract (JCT, NEC, etc.). • Ability to read technical drawings and perform accurate take-offs/BOQs. • Working knowledge of labour, plant, and material costs. • Strong organisational and time management skills, especially under tight deadlines. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel). • Strong communication and collaboration skills. Desirable: • Experience within the façades, cladding, or architectural glazing industry. • Familiarity with contract correspondence procedures and financial reporting tools. Benefits • Company pension scheme • 29 days annual leave • Ongoing professional development opportunities • On-site parking • Supportive and collaborative working environment This role offers the chance to work alongside experienced professionals, gain valuable project exposure, and progress within a growing commercial team.