Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Own your career, and you can build something to be proud of at Balfour Beatty. By joining our UKCS - Balfour Beatty Living Places as a Assistant Quantity Surveyor you'll work with true experts wholl share their knowledge and provide support, encouragement and invaluable feedback so you never stop learning. Bring us your capability, and well help you take it much, much further., As an Assistant QS you will have your area of responsibility, be also responsible for the effective engagement and management of our supply chain. Typically they will have a quantity surveying degree or be in the final stages of achieving the same on a part-time basis.

• Has a good knowledge of and adheres to the Companys GMCEs, BMS and other governance


• Gather data & carry out research on current construction costs

Measure, record & value work supervised in accordance with appropriate rules and procedures

• Seek out, locate and assemble pre and post contract documentation, complimented with the necessary administration skills


• Be responsible for weekly and monthly works programmes


• Awareness of different programme formats


• Use the companys ERP System and BMS systems


• Collation of Cost and Value Information


• Preparation of Cost reconciliation statements
  
  As an Assistant QS will have a good knowledge of quantity surveying duties and will have a successful track record in performing these duties. With support from more senior members of the commercial team, they will manage the costs of the works and ensure that their part of the project meets legal and quality standards.


• Previous experience with NEC 4 Options A,C and E


• Communication skills


• Industry experience


• Knowledge of the role of a QS
  
  Balfour Beatty Living Places works in long-term partnerships with local authorities to create great places to live, work and play. We actively engage with local people to understand the needs of the communities we work in and shape the places where local economies can thrive and grow. As a leader in sustainable working, diversity, and social value, we use our expertise to bring real, positive change for our customers., At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion
  
  As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasnt rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package thats right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:


- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more