Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Woolston, Warrington Building Careers UK
ASSISTANT QUANTITY SURVEYOR - NEW BUILD HOUSING

Location - Warrington / North West

Salary/Package - 35,000 - 45,000 + Package

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Our client is an established and growing North West housebuilder, delivering high-quality new homes and creating well-planned communities across the region.

With continued growth and a strong development pipeline, the business is expanding its commercial team and is now looking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a growing housebuilder and gain exposure to major residential developments.

THE ROLE

As Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will work closely with the commercial and development teams, supporting the financial and commercial management of new-build residential schemes.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the commercial management of new-build housing developments
• Assisting with budgets, cost plans, forecasts and financial reporting
• Supporting the procurement of subcontractor and supplier packages
• Obtaining and analysing supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Assisting with valuations, payments, variations and final accounts
• Monitoring project expenditure against agreed budgets
• Supporting CVR and cost reporting processes
• Working closely with site, construction, procurement and commercial teams
• Assisting with the management of subcontractor accounts
• Identifying potential commercial risks and opportunities
• Maintaining accurate commercial records and documentation
• Supporting the delivery of projects from pre-construction through to completion
• THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The successful Assistant Quantity Surveyor will have:

• Previous experience within a Quantity Surveying or commercial role
• New-build residential / housebuilding experience would be highly advantageous
• Strong understanding of construction and residential development
• Good commercial awareness and numerical ability
• Experience with subcontract procurement and cost control
• Good organisational and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good Microsoft Excel and general IT skills
• A relevant Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or construction qualification would be advantageous
• A willingness to develop and progress within a housebuilding environment

PROJECTS

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to support two major upcoming residential developments:

248-unit development in Swinton
152-unit development in Royton

Both schemes are scheduled to commence next year, with the business looking to recruit ahead of the projects starting.

WHAT'S ON OFFER

• 35,000 - 45,000 salary
• Package
• Opportunity to join an established and growing North West housebuilder
• Major residential developments in the pipeline
• Excellent opportunity for career development
• Exposure to projects from pre-construction through to completion
• Supportive commercial and development team
• Long-term career progression within the business

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

Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates.

Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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