Quantity Surveyor – Civils Assistant QS or Project QS Wrexham £35k - £45k negotiable package We are recruiting for either an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or a Quantity Surveyor to join a privately owned successful Civil Engineering and Building Contractor specialising in Infrastructure and Groundworks. Our client is offering an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join their Cheshire and North Wales commercial team as a Quantity Surveyor. You will be responsible for projects ranging across the North Wales and Cheshire areas. This is an excellent opportunity to progress your career with a highly reputable construction company, within a high standards and high rewards environment. Our client is innovative, dynamic, and a passionate business, who understand that the key to a successful business is successful people; therefore, they recruit the best and offer and encourage development and training along with high rewards. Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities for the Quantity Surveyor (the suitable Assistant QS may have adapted duties) * Regular site visits and liaising with the production team. * Managing the end-to-end commercial aspects of the assigned projects to maximise value and collaborating with the Finance and Procurement departments accordingly. * Ensuring all commercial accountabilities are undertaken in a timely manner, with a high degree of accuracy and measure. * Identification and analysis of potential debt risks and negotiating financial reconciliation with third parties to provide reasonable solutions. * Forecasting monthly and annual profit figures ensuring figures are maintained throughout the lifetime of the project. * Understanding the principles of safety on sites and projects, ensuring that any safety concerns are addressed immediately. * Building strong working relationships with clients including social networking. * Allocating work to sub-contractors including assistance with procurement when required. Requirements * GCSE Minimum 7 A-C / 5-9 including Math’s and English. * Minimum 3 A-Levels at Grade B and above or equivalent BTEC. * HNC Level 4 Qualification in Construction/Building or equivalent or Degree education level. * Relevant experience as a Quantity Surveyor minimum 2 years. * Excellent computer skills, including Word and Excel. * Effective oral and written communication skills. * Excellent interpersonal skills. * Demonstrate an extremely high level of confidentiality. * Excellent organisational skills. * Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner. * Must be able to gather and analyse information skilfully. * Must be highly motivated and be willing to work hard. Benefits * Company car or allowance * Company pension * On-site parking Experience Required * UK Quantity Surveying: 2 years (required) * Civils/Groundwork project: 1 year (preferred)