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Permanent

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Tamworth
money-bag £30000 - £45000/annum
Posted 5 days ago

Our leading global consulting, construction engineering client is seeking Assistant Quantity Surveyors on a permanent basis to support Severn Trent Water projects based out of Tamworth.

Our client has global reach, supporting intelligent infrastructure delivered in sustainable and environmentally friendly ways. They have 20,500 employees operating across 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for end clients.

This is an exciting time to join the consultancies new Project, Programme, PMO and Commercial Management Capability in the United Kingdom which is undergoing a transformative phase.

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will support the delivery of capital projects for water companies and the Environment Agency-primarily in the Midlands, with opportunities to contribute to consultancy work in the North West. This role offers structured development and exposure to sectors including defence and nuclear.

Reporting to the Water Cost and Commercial Lead, you''ll assist in the commercial management of infrastructure projects throughout the full lifecycle. From feasibility to final account, you''ll apply your growing knowledge of NEC3/4 contracts, procurement, and stakeholder engagement to support value-driven delivery and compliance.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in administrating NEC3/4 ECC contracts (Options A, C & E) on the client side
  • Support budget tracking, payment valuations, and cost forecasting
  • Maintain commercial records and assist with resolving contractual queries
  • Work with Project Managers on payment certification and defined cost analysis
  • Contribute to feasibility studies and cost planning
  • Assist in preparing and evaluating tender documentation
  • Help identify risks and support mitigation planning
  • Support contract administration and ensure compliance with terms
  • Monitor costs, assist with variation assessments and claims
  • Contribute to final account preparation and post-project reviews

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Degree in Quantity Surveying (Bachelor''s or Master''s)
  • Progress toward RICS chartership or equivalent professional development
  • Experience or interest in water, environment, defence, or nuclear sectors
  • Familiarity with CDM regulations and risk management
  • NEC3/4 contract expertise (Options A, C, E essential)
  • Exposure to ECI/ESI in design & build programmes is desirable
  • Valid CSCS card; Water Hygiene Card beneficial
  • Willingness to work on-site a minimum of 3 days per week
  • Right to work in the UK; role subject to client interview and acceptance

Benefits

  • Salary range -30-45k depending on experience
  • Monday - Thursday - 37.5 hour working week (Friday WFH)
  • 26 days holiday, increasing by 1 day for 1 year served and up to 28 after year 3
  • Reasonable travel and accommodation may be provided for candidates living further from client offices
  • Private healthcare access for individual and family
  • Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
  • 5% employer pension rising to 8% when personal contribution at 5%
  • Life assurance x4 salary
  • Critical illness cover x1 annual salary
  • Chartership support
  • Chance to work across a range of sectors
  • Leadership development programmes

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