Assistant Quantity Surveyor in Barnsley, South Yorkshire

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to step up and run projects for a large civil engineering main contractor in West & South Yorkshire.

This contractor is a recognised name in the civil engineering sector with a proven track record delivering multi‑million‑pound heavy civils projects. Currently they have a regional team of 15 QS's, operating with robust commercial systems and a strong senior leadership team. They offer a Quantity Surveyor the opportunity to take ownership of their own schemes from early involvement through delivery to final account.

They have a significant workload for AMP8 Yorkshire Water until 2030 / 2032. Projects with a large, varied civils scope including - shaft sinking, auger boring, pump stations, in-situ concrete structures, deep drainage and more. Values from £2m to £20m.

Duties:

• Work closely with Senior QS / Commercial Manager on commercial strategy and reporting
• Liaise with Contracts Managers and site teams to maintain accurate project information
• Full subcontractor procurement: tendering, negotiation, appointment and management
• Manage and negotiate main contract variations and final accounts
• Provide commercial support with regular site presence
• Prepare and submit monthly payment applications
• Lead or support dispute resolution and avoidance
• Complete monthly CVRs and maintain cost control throughout project life cycle
• Ensure compliance with NEC3/NEC4 contract requirements

Experience Required:

• Experience as Assistant Quantity Surveyor for a civil engineering main contractor
• Strong working knowledge of NEC3 or NEC4 forms of contract
• Experience on utilities / water infrastructure ideally with heavy civils packages
• Ideally degree in Quantity Surveying
• Must hold CSCS and a full UK driving licence

Remuneration:

Salary up to £52,000 (DOE) plus:

Car or car allowance, fuel, annual leave, pension scheme and more.

For more info contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment.

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.

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