Reporting to the Quantity Surveyor/Project Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor, the Assistant QS is required to assist Quantity, Project Quantity Surveyors and Senior Surveyors in their duties.,

Assist the procurement process to maximise profit and help ensure subcontract orders are placed on time and in accordance with the company policy.
Be aware of the contractual requirements of the project.
Act in the business's best commercial interests at all times.
To act professionally at all times.
Work with and develop the trainee surveyor on the project if applicable.
Assist the Bid team as required.
Understand the project, our tender offer, and review the tender documents.
Understand and be aware of the tender book allowances, risk and scopes.
Assist in the establishment of the first profit and loss forecast.
Assist in the preparation of sub-contract documentation.
Assist in the accurate measurement of the subcontractors works
Ensure records are kept of subcontractors work and validate the legitimacy of any account records provided by the subcontractor
Prepare sub-contract payment notices for approval in accordance with the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009 (LDEDC).
Assist in the subcontractor appraisal process.
Produce subcontract payments for approval on the basis that the work has been carried out in accordance with the contract and to the correct quality
Assist in the compilation of specific subcontractor liabilities and accruals
Prepare comprehensive sub-contract comparisons.
Carry out your duties in accordance with the subcontract and material procurement schedules
Carry out your procurement duties in accordance with the commercial policy.
Commercial:
Keep accurate records of site activities undertaken and events
Assist in the production of the monthly commercial reports so that they are produced on time
Assist in the production of the back up to the monthly commercial reports produced in accordance with the business's Commercial policy.
Ensure subcontract payments are based on accurate valuation and are made on time
Identify risks and bring them to the attention of your manager on an on-going basis
Minimise waste
Be accountable for programme awareness and understanding
Develop an understanding of the different programme types weekly, as-built, construction, target and contract

Essential:
Undertaking an accredited course by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) or the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (ICES).
Alternatively, a degree with some numerical or technical is advantageous. Relevant HND subjects include building/construction, urban and land studies, civil engineering and structural engineering.
A degree in QS and relevant experience obtained.

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service., VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

Competitive salary
Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
Option to buy additional annual leave
Private medical care
Pension
Life Assurance
Cycle to Work scheme
Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
Employee Assistance programme
Mental health, physical health, and financial support
24/7 Virtual GP service

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