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At Portsmouth Water, our Assistant Quantity Surveyor plays a key role in supporting our Commercial Assurance team to deliver exceptional contract and cost management across our capital programmes. You’ll be instrumental in providing vital commercial support, keeping accurate records, assisting with reporting, and helping to manage contract administration, ensuring our projects are delivered efficiently and to the highest standards.
What will you be doing?
Key Responsibilities
Supporting project management teams to ensure projects are delivered according to specifications and budget, while adhering to key deadlines and maintaining quality standards that meet stakeholder expectations.
Support contract administration, including; project set-up, payment processing and change management, in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Assist in contract and commercial records management using CEMAR and IFS.
Contribute to the preparation of project budgets, cost estimates, and reports.
Assist in administering project approvals and governance processes.
Assist in developing and maintaining management information dashboards and reports.
Gather and analyse data on network, project, and cost performance.
Support the preparation of reports for senior management and stakeholders.
Support the maintenance of the contractor performance management framework and associated management information.
Provide administrative and commercial support to the Quantity Surveyor and Commercial Manager.
Assist in coordinating stakeholder training and engagement on commercial processes.
Liaise with suppliers, project teams, and other internal stakeholders on contract-related inquiries. This includes some visits to operational sites and project locations.
What do you need?
Skills, Qualifications & Competencies
Experience or academic background in contract/commercial management or quantity surveying.
Proficiency in analytical, numerical, and IT skills.
Organisational and detail-oriented with strong record-keeping abilities.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience with NEC contracts (training provided).
Knowledge of commercial systems (CEMAR, IFS) is desirable but not essential.
Aspiration to pursue a professional commercial or surveying qualification.
Experience in Asset Management or is eager to pursue a qualification in this field.
A good understanding of programme delivery and associated governance processes.
We recognise people want to work in a variety of different ways, and that’s why we’re happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Please feel free to talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may be looking for.
Please note, we may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of applications so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out.
We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and we actively encourage applications from all sections of society.
Please be aware, the Company has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Due to the high volume of applications we may receive, we’re unable to respond to every applicant individually. If your application is of interest, we’ll usually be in touch within 4 weeks of receiving it.
What can Portsmouth Water offer you?
At Portsmouth Water, We Believe In Rewarding Our People. Here’s Just a Taste Of What’s Waiting For You When You Join The Team
Holidays Made Better
Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, giving you plenty of time to relax, recharge, and explore.
A Pension That Works for You
We’ll help secure your future with a generous pension scheme, contributing up to 15% because your tomorrow matters as much as your today.
Performance Pays Off
You could earn a non-contractual bonus of up to 6% of your basic salary, linked to company performance because when we succeed together, you should benefit too.
Family Comes First
Whether you’re welcoming a new arrival through birth or adoption, we’ve got your back with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave and pay.
Peace of Mind, Always
Our life assurance scheme gives your loved ones extra security, with a 4x salary lump sum benefit in case the unexpected happens.
Comprehensive Wellbeing Support
Whether you need confidential mental health and wellbeing advice 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Programme, or physical health support via our Virtual GP service (available 8am10pm, 7 days a week for you and your immediate family), help is always close at hand with the HealthHero app.
PW Perks Treat Yourself!
Enjoy exclusive discounts at thousands of retailers, plus exciting benefits like:
* Electric Vehicle Scheme (after 1 year)
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Health Cash Plan and so much more!
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