Assistant-Quantity Surveyor
Portishead, Bristol
-250+ per day DOE
Freelance Contract | Approx. 68 Weeks in Portishead
Potential for Ongoing Work (or temp-to-perm)

An established construction contractor is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor-to join a major residential recladding and remediation project in Portishead.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-term project and work alongside an experienced commercial and operational team on the delivery of a significant residential refurbishment scheme. The initial engagement is freelance, with the potential for further work in the region and longer-term opportunities for the right individual.

Candidates based in Bristol, Weston-super-Mare, South Wales and the surrounding areas are particularly encouraged to apply.

The Role

• Supporting the commercial delivery of a large residential recladding and remediation project.
• Assisting with subcontract procurement and package management.
• Preparing and reviewing subcontract enquiries and quotations.
• Managing valuations, variations and compensation events.
• Supporting monthly CVR reporting, forecasting and cost control.
• Assisting with subcontractor payments and commercial administration.
• Contributing to final accounts and project close-out activities.
• Working closely with site, project and commercial teams to help ensure successful project delivery.
• Building positive working relationships with clients, subcontractors and project stakeholders.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Junior, Assistant, Intermediate or Quantity Surveyor within the construction sector.
• Experience supporting or managing subcontract packages on live construction projects.
• Understanding of valuations, variations, cost reporting and commercial processes.
• Experience within residential, refurbishment, remediation, fa-ade, cladding or general building projects would be advantageous.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline, or working towards a recognised qualification.
• CSCS Card and Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• Main contractor experience.
• Exposure to CVR reporting and project forecasting.
• Working towards or interested in pursuing professional accreditation.

What''s On Offer

• -250+ per day depending on experience.
• Long-term freelance assignment with a project duration of approximately 68 weeks.
• Opportunity to gain experience on a major residential remediation scheme.
• Potential for further projects upon completion.
• Possibility of a permanent position for the right individual.

If you''re a Junior or Intermediate Quantity Surveyor looking to develop your career on a substantial residential refurbishment and recladding project, we''d like to hear from you.