Total 2 Junior Executive level Construction / Property job vacancies in Glasgow, G61 3NN, Glasgow, G61 3NN

Job Title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Manchester (Site/Office-Based)

Company Overview:
An SME main contractor specializing in fit-out and refurbishment projects, delivering high-quality work across the UK. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment, providing opportunities for professional growth and development within a small, experienced team.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Quantity Surveyor who is also open to taking on Estimating responsibilities. You will work closely with the Senior Quantity Surveyor and Buyer, gaining hands-on experience and growing your skills. This role offers the opportunity to be involved in projects from pricing to completion, with the potential to eventually run your own projects. This role also offers the opportunity to explore other middle management positions if desired. This is the perfect position for recent graduates or assistants.

Key Responsibilities:
Quantity Surveying: Assist in managing all financial aspects of projects, including cost control, valuations, and final accounts.
Estimating: Prepare cost estimates for projects ranging from £100k to £2 million, using agreed rates or competitive tenders.
Project Involvement: Support the Senior Quantity Surveyor in running the jobs that have been won, with the goal of independently managing projects over time.
Collaboration: Work alongside the Buyer and Senior Quantity Surveyor to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required standard.
Site Visits: Spend one day a week on-site to monitor progress, understand project dynamics, and liaise with site teams.

Requirements:
Experience: Some experience in Quantity Surveying or Estimating within the construction industry is preferred, but we are open to candidates with different backgrounds who have a willingness to learn.
Education: Open to candidates on university day release programs, providing a balance between work experience and academic study.
Skills: Strong numerical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Benefits:
Salary: £25,000 - £35,000, depending on experience.
Development: Opportunity to grow and develop within a small, experienced team.
Working Environment: Office-based with one day a week on-site.
Project Involvement: Work on a variety of projects across the UK, with the potential to take on more responsibility as you progress.

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Your new company :

One of Scotland's largest privately owned civil engineering contractors. For more than 70 years we have successfully delivered solutions to meet the needs of our clients. In often logistically demanding locations, our experience, expertise and resources - combined with our teamwork approach - have allowed us to build a proven track record in Britain's civil engineering and building infrastructure, a contribution that has taken a variety of forms.

Your new role :

We are looking for a Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team - Reporting to Senior Surveyors, Contracts Manager and Directors , main duties listed :

• Produce and send enquiries to subcontractors inviting them to tender and engagement with supply chain
• Receive and analyse quotations, liaising with Contracts Managers and Site Agents regarding price, proven history, availability etc.
• Notify in writing both successful and unsuccessful subcontractors in a timely manner
• Produce and process formal subcontract documents and certify interim and final payments and final subcontract account
• Produce bill of quantity/activity schedule for payment purposes
• Produce cash flow forecasts for internal and client purposes
• Monitor and control income and expenditure on contracts e.g. interim/final applications for payment/final accounts/payments for late monies etc. liaising where necessary with the relevant people e.g. engineers, clients etc.
• Produce relevant monthly reports for the Managing Surveyors e.g. cost and value comparisons, turnover forecasts etc. ensuring information is complete and accurate

What the role offers :

• As a valued employee you'll be entitled to:

• Competitive salary; £28k to £35K
• Excellent profit-sharing bonus scheme;
• Company car;
• Generous pension contributions;
• Opportunities in Personal Development / training.

What you'll need to succeed :

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar;
• Ideally previous experience in a similar role;
• Ability to work as part of team;
• Ability to work autonomously and take responsibility;
• Attention to detail;
• Ability to communicate effectively;
• Excellent numerical and problem-solving skills;
• IT proficiency;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Security cleared or the ability to obtain the required level of clearance;
• Knowledge of basic common law, contract law and standard form conditions of contract;
• Experience with contract documentation preparation;
• Ability to manage change control effectively;
• Experience with contract administration, ensuring contract compliance;
• Experience with cost forecasting and reporting.

What you need to do now :

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