Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location - Manchester

Salary/Package - £35,000 - £45,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

Our client is an established residential construction contractor specialising in the delivery of high-quality Design & Build projects. The business has developed a strong reputation for delivering residential developments with a focus on quality, programme, commercial control, and client satisfaction.

With an expanding portfolio of residential projects ranging from £5m to £100m, the business is now looking to strengthen its commercial and project delivery team with an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant QS / Project Manager looking to develop their career across both the commercial and operational sides of residential construction.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the commercial and project management teams across residential D&B projects

• Assisting with project budgets, cost control, valuations, and forecasting

• Supporting subcontract procurement and supply chain management

• Assisting with the preparation of CVRs and commercial reports

• Monitoring project progress against programme and budget

• Supporting the management of subcontractors and suppliers

• Working closely with site and project teams to ensure successful project delivery

• Assisting with variations, valuations, applications for payment, and final accounts

• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and project documentation

• Supporting the Project Manager and Senior QS throughout the project lifecycle

• Building strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers

The successful Assistant QS / Project Manager will have:

• Previous experience within residential construction

• Experience within either Quantity Surveying, Project Management, or a combination of both

• Exposure to Design & Build projects would be advantageous

• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction processes

• Good numerical and analytical skills

• Excellent organisational and communication skills

• Strong attention to detail

• Good IT and Microsoft Excel skills

• A proactive attitude and desire to develop within the business

• Relevant construction or Quantity Surveying qualification would be advantageous

• £35,000 - £45,000 salary

• Excellent benefits package

• Opportunity to work on major residential D&B projects

• Project values ranging from £5m - £100m

• Excellent career progression opportunities

• Exposure to both commercial and project management functions

• Professional development and training

• Long-term opportunity within a growing residential contractor

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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