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OUTSOURCE CONSTRUCTION LTD

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

St Albans
£35k – £45k/yr
Posted 1 day ago
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Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Public & Private Sector New Build

Hertfordshire
Up to £45,000 + Comprehensive Package

About the Opportunity

An established and growing construction contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team in Hertfordshire. The business delivers a diverse portfolio of public and private sector projects across the residential, education, healthcare and commercial sectors, with project values ranging up to £10 million.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor looking to work on varied projects, take ownership of schemes from pre-construction through to final account, and contribute to the continued growth of a successful regional contractor.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assisting in managing the commercial aspects of multiple construction projects.
  • Assisting in preparing cost plans, budgets, and tender documentation.
  • Assisting in procuring subcontractors and negotiating contract terms.
  • Assisting in valuing and processing subcontractor applications and payments.
  • Assisting in managing variations, change control, and contractual correspondence.
  • Assisting in producing accurate cost reports and forecasts.
  • Assisting in monitoring project expenditure and identifying commercial risks and opportunities.
  • Supporting project teams to ensure successful commercial outcomes.
  • Assisting in negotiating and agreeing final accounts with clients and subcontractors.
  • Maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners.

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Requirements

  • Ideally 2-3 years experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
  • Experience delivering residential, education, commercial, healthcare projects.
  • Knowledge of JCT contracts and construction procurement processes.
  • Excellent commercial awareness and cost management skills.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills.
  • Relevant construction-related qualification (HNC, HND, Degree, or equivalent).

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What’s on Offer

  • Salary up to £45,000 depending on experience.
  • Attractive benefits package.
  • Diverse and interesting project portfolio.
  • Long-term career progression opportunities.
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • Opportunity to work on both public and private sector developments across the region.

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If you’re a Quantity Surveyor seeking your next challenge with a reputable contractor delivering high-quality projects across Hertfordshire and the surrounding areas, we’d like to hear from you.

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Skills

Quantity Surveying
Cost Planning
Budgeting
Tender Documentation
Subcontractor Procurement
Contract Negotiation
Valuations
Change Control
Cost Reporting
Forecasting
Risk Management
Final Accounts
JCT Contracts
Commercial Awareness
Stakeholder Management

Location

St Albans, England, United Kingdom

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