Assistant QS & QS

We’re looking for experienced Quantity Surveyors and Assistant Quantity Surveyors to join a respected engineering and construction business based in Bolton. These roles are ideal for commercially minded professionals who enjoy seeing complex projects through from tender stage to final account and want to continue progressing their career within a supportive environment.

Due to the nature of this role being on a national security facility, we can only accommodate applications from UK Nationals.

Salary

• Assistant Quantity Surveyor: £35,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Quantity Surveyor: £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Location and Working Pattern

• Bolton-based with home working most Fridays
• Full-time, permanent staff positions (37 hours per week)
• Typical hours: Monday–Thursday 08:00–17:00, Friday 08:00–12:00

Client Overview

Our client is an established engineering organisation that delivers high-quality solutions across key sectors such as construction, defence and infrastructure. Their focus on safety, quality and innovation ensures long-term project success and continued growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial aspects of projects from tender to final account settlement
• Administer contract changes, ensuring correct and timely submission of documentation and notices
• Build and maintain productive relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal teams
• Support procurement activities to ensure value for money and compliance with corporate procedures
• Monitor project costs, value and performance to achieve commercial and contractual objectives
• Prepare and evaluate interim applications for payment and subcontractor accounts
• Produce accurate financial reports, forecasts and supporting documentation for reviews
• Maintain compliance across all project records, applications, quotations, variations and certifications

Must-have Requirements

• HND or degree (or working towards) in Quantity Surveying or a related field
• Demonstrable experience within a main contracting or project delivery environment
• Good working knowledge of JCT, NEC or ICHEME contract forms and construction law
• Excellent numerical, communication and IT skills, confident with Microsoft Office
• Capable of managing multiple priorities and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain - Due to the nature of this role being on a national security facility, we can only accommodate applications from UK Nationals.
• Strong organisational and stakeholder management skills with a professional attitude

Nice-to-have Skills

• Membership (or working towards) of RICS or another relevant professional body
• CSCS card
• Confident negotiator and strong relationship builder
• Self-motivated with a results-driven approach

Apply Now If you’re ready to take the next step in your commercial career, apply today to join a forward-thinking organisation delivering major engineering and construction projects.

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