Total 27 job vacancies by Fawkes & Reece

All aspects of joinery work from 1st fix to final.

Own tools needed, valid CSCS, and a right to work in the UK. Must have an Angled Nail Gun and Laser Leveller

Please call Ella on 01204 532500

Project Quantity Surveyor

Civil Engineering - Preston

Due to a period of growth, we are excited to be recruiting a Project Quantity Surveyor to work in our prestigious Civil Engineering business

About the role of Project Quantity Surveyor

Reporting to the Senior / Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will be a fundamental member of the team with a range of responsibilities, such as managing the procurement, commercial and contractual aspects in relation to construction projects. The key areas you will be concentrating on will be the procurement of sub-contractors, preparation and submission of external applications for payment, identification, pricing and agreement of change, valuation and agreement of sub-contractor accounts and the commercial management of projects. This is an exciting time for our client, we want you to be a valued member of the team whilst working on a range of varied projects and supporting our clients.

Responsibilities for Project Quantity Surveyor

• Pursue personal development of skills and knowledge necessary for the effective performance of the role.
• Comply with Company rules, policies and procedures at all times including those relating to data protection and information security
• Carry out any other reasonable tasks which may be required from time to time and to enable the company to remain adaptable to changing markets and needs
• Management of sub-contractor procurement.
• Attend sub-contractor Pre-Contract meetings.
• Preparation of formal sub-contract Agreements.
• Measurement of works.
• Management of legal issues and disputes.
• Management of important commercial issues.
• Management of sub-contractor interim accounts.
• Agreement of sub-contractor final accounts.
• Budgetary control including monitoring of costs and the prompt identification and management of overspend.
• Submission of monthly CVR
• Submission of monthly Profit and Loss reports.
• Preparation and presentation of Commercial and Post-Contract Reviews.
• Management and submission of external Applications for Payment.
• Identification, pricing and settlement of Compensation Events, variations and additional works.
• Agreement of Client final accounts.
• Supervision and training of junior members of staff.
• Attendance at staff appraisals.
• Convene and attend internal team meetings.
• Attend Client and Design meetings as required.
• Convene and attend sub-contractor meetings as required.

Requirements for Project Quantity Surveyor

It is essential that you hold a BSc, NVQ4 or MSc qualification along with a relevant CSCS card. You will be an excellent communicator and have the ability to motivate and influence with ease. In addition, you will be a natural problem solver with exceptional commercial acumen and confident decision maker. It is essential that you have a solid understanding of construction techniques and processes, along with an excellent understanding of various forms of Method of Measurement and standard engineering contracts as well as having the appreciation and willingness to adopt Value engineering principles. Finally, you will have excellent IT skills; enjoy working in a positive and thriving environment.

We have specialised in delivering vital infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, structures, hydropower and rail for more than 25 years. With our commitment to quality, professionalism, safety and integrity, we have delivered a comprehensive range of projects for a diverse range of public and private sector clients.

Our experienced, award-winning team works in true collaboration with all our partners to deliver innovative and cost-effective solutions to meet their project delivery targets with exceptional results - on time, within budget and to a high standard. Our long-standing client relationships are a testament to their expertise, innovation and first class project delivery. We always aim to deliver both an exceptional project and a lasting positive legacy

What we Offer for Project Quantity Surveyor

We pay a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package. We are passionate about career development and expect you to help others to achieve their aspirations

• £50,000 - £60,000 p/a base salary
• £6150 car allowance & free on-site parking
• Hybrid working - 2 days per week WFH
• Generous Annual leave allowance + Bank holidays
• 6.5% employer contribution pension scheme
• Private Medical care
• On-site Gym
• Learning, training, up-skilling, and Development opportunity
• Recognition and Awards

If you want to hear more about this outstanding Project Quantity Surveyor opportunity with one of the Leading Civil Engineering contractors of the North, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV!

Senior Estimator

Civil Engineering (Water & Wastewater Projects)

Preston, England

Prominent Civil Engineering main contractor based in Preston that is looking for a Senior Estimator to become a permanent member of their Pre-construction team. This client of ours is driven by their values - creating a highly supportive work environment for their employees, ensuring they are able and encouraged to achieve their development goals.

About the role of Senior Estimator

Working on Primarily Water & Wastewater, Highways, and structures projects across the North of England, valued between c.£500,000 - £30mill.

Responsibilities for Senior Estimator

• Analyse and interpret information including appraisal of scheme requirements in terms of construction methods, programme and management.
• Identify potential risks/benefits.
• Liaise as appropriate with the Design team.
• Compile a comprehensive net cost estimate for the works, including preliminary items.
• Prepare and present net cost estimate for internal adjudication.
• Convert estimates to tender
• Timely submission of tender, ensuring that the Clients requirements are met.
• Give others an overview of the scheme, highlighting any job specific risks/benefits.

Requirements for Senior Estimator

• Appropriate industry qualification, e.g. Bachelor's degree in civil or architectural engineering, construction management, or an equivalent degree/NVQ/HND
• Previous experience in the civil engineering sector - specifically Water/Wastewater, Highways, structures, or energy
• Prioritise own workload and where appropriate that of others in the team - time management skills.
• Recognise and source additional resource required to produce estimate.
• Recognise submission requirements and compile a logical sequence of actions necessary to achieve the deadline.
• Assemble estimate with or without use of estimating software package - appropriate IT skills.
• Construction knowledge, ability to research and appraise viability of alternatives.

Offer for Senior Estimator

• £60,000 - £70,000 p/a
• £6450 car allowance
• Hybrid working 2 days per week
• 26 days holiday + Bank holidays
• Exceptional additional benefits package
• Fantastic Progression, support, and training opportunities

If you want to hear more about this Senior Estimator role, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV

Senior Estimator

Civil Engineering (Highways, Structures, Bridges, Energy)

Preston

Prominent Civil Engineering main contractor based in Preston that is looking for a Senior Estimator to become a permanent member of their Pre-construction team. This client of ours is driven by their values - creating a highly supportive work environment for their employees, ensuring they are able and encouraged to achieve their development goals.

About the role of Senior Estimator

As the Senior Estimator, you'll be a part of the Civil Engineering Pre-construction team, and report to the Managing Estimator. Working on Primarily Highways and structures projects across the North of England on various multi-Million £ projects.

Project value range c.£500,000 - £30mill.

Responsibilities for Senior Estimator

• Analyse and interpret information including appraisal of scheme requirements in terms of construction methods, programme and
• Compile a comprehensive net cost estimate for the works, including preliminary
• Prepare and present net cost estimate for internal
• Timely submission of tender, ensuring that the Clients requirements are met.
• Give others an overview of the scheme, highlighting any job specific risks/benefits.

Offer for Senior Estimator

• £60,000 - £65,000 p/a
• £6450 car allowance
• Hybrid working 2 days per week
• 26 days holiday + Bank holidays
• Exceptional additional benefits package
• Fantastic Progression, support, and training opportunities

If you want to hear more about this Senior Estimator role, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV

Project Quantity Surveyor

Civil Engineering - Preston

Due to a period of growth, we are excited to be recruiting a Project Quantity Surveyor to work in our prestigious Civil Engineering business

About the role of Project Quantity Surveyor

Reporting to the Senior / Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will be a fundamental member of the team with a range of responsibilities, such as managing the procurement, commercial and contractual aspects in relation to construction projects. The key areas you will be concentrating on will be the procurement of sub-contractors, preparation and submission of external applications for payment, identification, pricing and agreement of change, valuation and agreement of sub-contractor accounts and the commercial management of projects. This is an exciting time for our client, we want you to be a valued member of the team whilst working on a range of varied projects and supporting our clients.

Responsibilities for Project Quantity Surveyor

• Pursue personal development of skills and knowledge necessary for the effective performance of the role.
• Comply with Company rules, policies and procedures at all times including those relating to data protection and information security
• Carry out any other reasonable tasks which may be required from time to time and to enable the company to remain adaptable to changing markets and needs
• Management of sub-contractor procurement.
• Attend sub-contractor Pre-Contract meetings.
• Preparation of formal sub-contract Agreements.
• Measurement of works.
• Management of legal issues and disputes.
• Management of important commercial issues.
• Management of sub-contractor interim accounts.
• Agreement of sub-contractor final accounts.
• Budgetary control including monitoring of costs and the prompt identification and management of overspend.
• Submission of monthly CVR
• Submission of monthly Profit and Loss reports.
• Preparation and presentation of Commercial and Post-Contract Reviews.
• Management and submission of external Applications for Payment.
• Identification, pricing and settlement of Compensation Events, variations and additional works.
• Agreement of Client final accounts.
• Supervision and training of junior members of staff.
• Attendance at staff appraisals.
• Convene and attend internal team meetings.
• Attend Client and Design meetings as required.
• Convene and attend sub-contractor meetings as required.

Requirements for Project Quantity Surveyor

It is essential that you hold a BSc, NVQ4 or MSc qualification along with a relevant CSCS card. You will be an excellent communicator and have the ability to motivate and influence with ease. In addition, you will be a natural problem solver with exceptional commercial acumen and confident decision maker. It is essential that you have a solid understanding of construction techniques and processes, along with an excellent understanding of various forms of Method of Measurement and standard engineering contracts as well as having the appreciation and willingness to adopt Value engineering principles. Finally, you will have excellent IT skills; enjoy working in a positive and thriving environment.

We have specialised in delivering vital infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, structures, hydropower and rail for more than 25 years. With our commitment to quality, professionalism, safety and integrity, we have delivered a comprehensive range of projects for a diverse range of public and private sector clients.

Our experienced, award-winning team works in true collaboration with all our partners to deliver innovative and cost-effective solutions to meet their project delivery targets with exceptional results - on time, within budget and to a high standard. Our long-standing client relationships are a testament to their expertise, innovation and first class project delivery. We always aim to deliver both an exceptional project and a lasting positive legacy

What we Offer for Project Quantity Surveyor

We pay a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package. We are passionate about career development and expect you to help others to achieve their aspirations

• £50,000 - £55,000 p/a base salary
• £6150 car allowance & free on-site parking
• Hybrid working - 2 days per week WFH
• Generous Annual leave allowance + Bank holidays
• 6.5% employer contribution pension scheme
• Private Medical care
• On-site Gym
• Learning, training, up-skilling, and Development opportunity
• Recognition and Awards

If you want to hear more about this outstanding Project Quantity Surveyor opportunity with one of the Leading Civil Engineering contractors of the North, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV!

Site Engineer

A national house builder have a requirement for a Site Engineer on a Freelance basis (until the end of the year, possible extension), to provide support on new build housing developments in the North West region.

About the Site Engineer role

Reporting to the Technical Manager you will be the link between the site team and the technical team providing technical guidance for new build housing developments.

Duties to include:

• Assist the Technical and Commercial Departments in issuing tender drawings to contractors, assessing them upon return and then formally awarding the works.
• Review engineering designs to ensure their cost effectiveness and build ability
• Co-ordination of as-built surveys
• Agree issue with external bodies (within remit of cost and programme) e.g. technical approvals of S104, S38
• Instructing Consultants to vary or amend designs (within remit of cost and programme)
• Acceptance of quotations for service connections (within remit of budget) Work within budgets set by others and report any potential overspend
• POS, S38, S104 adoptions. Inspect road and sewer works form commencement to formal adoption by Local Authority; ensure works are carried out within an agreed budget and timescale.
• Obtaining plot to postal addresses
• Obtaining service connection quotations
• Prior to legal completion of all new homes, ensure the appropriate driveways and footpaths are completed to agreed standards.
• Answer queries from site on engineering issues

Experience required:

• Good engineering knowledge from previous experience of working within the House Building Sector (essential)
• Experience providing technical support/supervision on roads, sewers, earthworks, foundations and services (essential)
• Understanding of Section 38 and Section 104 agreements (essential)
• HNC or above in Civil Engineering (desirable)
• Track record in delivering building control approvals
• Experience of managing external consultants
• Demonstrate background in preparing schedules of work
• Keen eye for detail and ability to process technical information
• Comfortable using engineering related software like AutoCAD, PDS and Microdrainage

Pay - day rate to be agreed, dependant on experience.

If you want to hear more about the Site Engineer role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Deena Fields in our Bolton office on 01204 554 884.

Are you an experienced Contracts Manager with a Main Contractor background, with experience of delivering NHS/Education projects and/or commercial construction projects?

We are working with a long standing, reputable and established Main Contractor who work throughout the Lancashire region, specialising in Education and Healthcare projects alongside commercial/leisure projects.

They are looking to recruit an experienced Contracts Manager to join their close knit team on a permanent basis.

Based in their Lancashire offices with site travel required, the Contracts Manager will be responsible for:

• Assist in the development of the procurement programme
• Manage the selection of sub-contractors
• Manage site personnel, work activities and resources to meet the requirements of individual contracts.
• Monitor budget
• Develop a programme, monitor progress and ensure the contracts are delivered on time.
• Ensure contracts comply with Health, Safety and Welfare requirements.
• Ensure site personnel (including visitors) are aware of their own Health, Safety and Welfare requirements.
• Manage the identification of site hazards and ensure assessments and risk control methods are implemented.
• Ensure the performance of reporting staff are monitor through regular appraisals and reviews.
• Ensure identified individual development/training needs are met.
• Maintain the trust and support of reporting personnel
• Support individuals who have problems that may affect their performance.
• Manage/implement procedures on Recruitment, Discipline and Grievance.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a stable and progressive career background, and have a strong background in Public Sector/Commercial/Healthcare refurbishment works.

The salary on offer is between £60-65k + car allowance and package, depending on your experience.

If you are interested in this vacancy and would like to apply, please send a copy of your CV to Stephanie at Fawkes & Reece using the contact details provided.

Are you an experienced Contracts Manager with a Main Contractor background, with experience of delivering NHS/Education projects and/or commercial construction projects?

We are working with a long standing, reputable and established Main Contractor who work throughout the Lancashire region, specialising in Education and Healthcare projects alongside commercial/leisure projects.

They are looking to recruit an experienced Contracts Manager to join their close knit team on a permanent basis. Based in their Lancashire offices with site travel required, you will be responsible for:

• Assist in the development of the procurement programme
• Manage the selection of sub-contractors
• Manage site personnel, work activities and resources to meet the requirements of individual contracts.
• Monitor budget
• Develop a programme, monitor progress and ensure the contracts are delivered on time.
• Ensure contracts comply with Health, Safety and Welfare requirements.
• Ensure site personnel (including visitors) are aware of their own Health, Safety and Welfare requirements.
• Manage the identification of site hazards and ensure assessments and risk control methods are implemented.
• Ensure the performance of reporting staff are monitor through regular appraisals and reviews.
• Ensure identified individual development/training needs are met.
• Maintain the trust and support of reporting personnel
• Support individuals who have problems that may affect their performance.
• Manage/implement procedures on Recruitment, Discipline and Grievance.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a stable and progressive career background, and have a strong background in Public Sector/Commercial/Healthcare refurbishment works.

The salary on offer is between £60-65k + car allowance and package, depending on your experience.

If you are interested in this vacancy and would like to apply, please send a copy of your CV to Stephanie at Fawkes & Reece using the contact details provided.

Estimator

Fawkes & Reece are working with a prominent Civil Engineering contractor based in Preston that is looking for an Estimator to become a permanent member of their Pre-construction team. This client of ours is driven by their values - creating a highly supportive work environment for their employees, ensuring they are able and encouraged to achieve their development goals.

About the role of Estimator

As the Estimator, you'll be a part of the Civil Engineering Pre-construction team, and report to the Managing Estimator. Working on Primarily Highways and structures projects across the North of England on various multi-Million £ projects.

Project value range c.£500,000 - £30mill.

Responsibilities for Estimator

• Analyse and interpret information including appraisal of scheme requirements in terms of construction methods, programme and
• Compile a comprehensive net cost estimate for the works, including preliminary
• Prepare and present net cost estimate for internal
• Timely submission of tender, ensuring that the Clients requirements are met.
• Give others an overview of the scheme, highlighting any job specific risks/benefits.

Offer for Estimator

• £60,000 - £65,000 p/a
• £6450 car allowance
• Hybrid working 2 days per week
• 26 days holiday + Bank holidays
• Exceptional additional benefits package
• Fantastic Progression, support, and training opportunities

If you want to hear more about this Estimator role, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV

Or contact Dan Morrison in our Bolton Office on 07887 685 035

Are you an experienced Site Manager within Social Housing, looking for your next challenge with a busy Contractor with a healthy pipeline of work?

We are working with a well-established Social Housing Contractor who are looking to add an experienced Site Manager to their team. The company have a great reputation and staff retention rates and focus on customer care and quality of work.

They have several schemes in the Manchester area, particularly Kitchen and Bathroom replacement schemes to tenanted properties and are looking for a Site Manager to run these schemes.

Experience of managing Social Housing refurbishment contracts is essential - you will need to have experience of managing schemes within tenanted properties and have great customer service skills, with an emphasis on quality & health & safety.

Your typical day to day duties may include:

• Managing a site team including Tradesman, Subcontractors and Tenant Liaison Officer, ensuring works are being carried out to programme and within budget
• Monitoring health and safety on site
• Attending progress meetings, client meetings
• Liaising with tenants and resolving any issues that may arise

If you are interested in this position and would like to apply, please send a copy of your CV to Stephanie at Fawkes & Reece, using the contact details provided, or call 01204 554 884 (option 3) and ask for Steph

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor
Location: Preston

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join an established Regional Contractor who have been operating for over 60 years and due to their continued success and growth they are now looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

The role - Quantity Surveyor

As a Quantity Surveyor you will be a key part of the team and will be working closely with the Senior QS & Commercial Manager to deliver both new build and refurbishment contracts across Lancashire and Greater Manchester.

They work on a variety on projects in the healthcare and education sectors with projects ranging in value from £1m - £15m and you will be responsible for the following duties (Including but not limited to):

• Cost reporting.
• Preparation and valuation of progress and submission to client.
• Sub-contract procurement including sending out enquiries, collating prices, negotiation, order placement.
• Sub-contract valuations and payments in connection with any contract.
• Preparation of internal cost reporting measures.
• Maintaining quality control procedures.
• Preparation of bills and/or schedules for quantities of materials.

Requirements as a Quantity Surveyor?

• Have a degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying
• Main Contracting experience is preferable
• At least 2 years post graduate experience

What's on offer?

They are offering an excellent basic salary/package as well as the following benefits:

• 26 Days Holiday + Statutory
• Pension
• Private Healthcare
• Continued Professional Development Programme
• Car Allowance

If you want to hear more about this Quantity Surveying role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Tom in our Bolton office on 01204 554 884.

Pre-Construction Manager

Civil Engineering - Preston

Highways, Public Realms, Bridges, Infrastructure, Water

£65,000 - £70,000 p/a and £6450 car allowance

Are you a Pre-Construction Manager with experience in the civil engineering industry? Fawkes & Reece are currently recruiting for a prominent civil engineering contractor based in Preston. Working across various multi-million £ Frameworks across the Northwest of England involved in Public realm, Water, Highways, Bridges, and more!

Pre-Construction Manager Key Accountabilities

• Reporting to the Pre-Construction Director
• Produce tender stage programmes working alongside the estimators,
• Create, manage, update and maintain an internal report detailing progress of all live projects
• Liaise with Project Teams to update programmes based on progress
• Develop and manage project programmes
• Where Compensation Events / Variations are identified, liaise with Project Teams and Commercial
• Provide high-level programme extracts to Project Teams for delivery and reporting purposes
• Contribute to discussion on phasing, approach and methodology of works on site
• Review post-contract performance of projects with the Project Team

Skills and Knowledge

• Appropriate industry qualification, e.g. HND or NVQ3.
• Industry background and experience working as a planner - ideally in excess of 5 years experience in a civil engineering environment (Highways and/or Rail preferably)
• Appropriate IT skills including the use of company software packages. (ASTA Powerproject mandatory, Primvera P6 preferred, Microsoft Project)
• Understanding and appreciation of the requirements on NEC3 / 4 Contracts
• Clear, concise oral and written communications, internally and externally
• Information management skills
• Ability to quickly digest information
• Ability to motivate and influence people
• Time management skills

Package on Offer

• £65,000 - £70,000 p/a
• £6450 car allowance
• Hybrid working 2 days per week WFH
• 40 hours per week (+early Friday finish)
• Flexible hours
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• Private Healthcare
• 26 days holiday + Bank holidays
• Fantastic Progression, support, and training opportunities
• Low turn over company

For Applications, more information, a Full Job description, or a conversation with the recruiter for this position, Apply and send a copy of your CV.

Are you an Administrator who's looking for the next step in your career?

This is a great opportunity to join an established construction company who have been operating for over 60 years. They are respected throughout the industry, take pride in the quality of the projects they deliver and due to their continued success and growth they are now looking for a Business Administrator to join their team in Preston.

They work across a variety of sectors including Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Heritage & Leisure with projects valued anywhere between £5m - £15m.

What's on offer?

They are offering an excellent basic salary (£25k - £30k) along with the following benefits:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension contribution
• Continued Professional Development Programme
• Biannual company events and much more

The Role - Business Administrator

As a Business Administrator you will be working within the head office in Preston and will be responsible for assisting with a number of duties which include:

• Ensure the office facilities and consumables are maintained in an organised manner.
• Support the site team in the preparation of correspondence and reports.
• Book and facilitate the organisation of meetings.
• Preparation and distribution of all relevant papers in advance.
• Sort, maintain, copy and distribute correspondence as directed.
• Ensure relevant paperwork is filled appropriately and maintained in an organised manner.
• Have a high-level appreciation of the document management system and be able to scan, upload and retrieve documents.

Required Skills/Experience?

• Experience working in a construction environment would be highly desirable, although it is not essential to the role.
• Experience working in a similar role elsewhere.
• The ability to work on your own initiative, with minimal supervision, effectively managing your time and completing tasks in order of priority.
• Proficiency with a variety of IT software, including Microsoft Office.
• You will be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written, with excellent record-keeping skills and attention to detail.

How to apply?

Please apply directly to this advert or for more information about the role please call the Fawkes & Reece office on 01204 554 884.

Planner - Pre-construction

Civil Engineering - Preston

Highways/Bridges/Infrastructure/Clean Water/Public Realm

£65,000 - £70,000 p/a + £6450 car allowance

Are you a Planner with experience in the civil engineering industry? Fawkes & Reece are currently recruiting for a prominent civil engineering contractor based in Preston. Working across various Frameworks across the Northwest of England involved in Public realm, Water, Highways, Bridges, and more!

Planner Key Accountabilities

• Reporting to the Pre-Construction Director
• Produce tender stage programmes working alongside the estimators,
• Create, manage, update and maintain an internal report detailing progress of all live projects
• Liaise with Project Teams to update programmes based on progress
• Develop and manage project programmes
• Where Compensation Events / Variations are identified, liaise with Project Teams and Commercial
• Provide high-level programme extracts to Project Teams for delivery and reporting purposes
• Contribute to discussion on phasing, approach and methodology of works on site
• Review post-contract performance of projects with the Project Team

Skills and Knowledge

• Appropriate industry qualification, e.g. BSc, HND or, NVQ3 etc.
• Industry background and experience working as a planner - ideally in excess of 5 years experience in a civil engineering environment (Highways, Clean Water, Infrastructure, Bridges, Structures, Energy)
• ASTA Powerproject or Primvera P6 experience required
• Understanding and appreciation of the requirements on NEC3 / 4 Contracts
• Experience on £500,000 - £15 million projects (Highways, Clean Water, Infrastructure, Bridges, Structures, Energy)
• Experience working multiple bids per month (2-4)
• Clear, concise oral and written communications, internally and externally
• Information management skills
• Ability to quickly digest information
• Ability to motivate and influence people
• Time management skills

Package on Offer

• £65,000 - £70,000 p/a
• £6450 car allowance
• Hybrid working 2 days per week
• 40 hours per week (+early Friday finish)
• Flexible hours
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• Private Healthcare
• 26 days holiday + Bank holidays
• Fantastic Progression, support, and training opportunities
• Low turn over company

For Applications, more information, a Full Job description, or a conversation with the recruiter for this position, Apply and send a copy of your CV.

If you are an Assistant Quantity Surveyor who is looking for a new role in the North West this is a great opportunity to join a leading and established Main Contractor who are looking for a driven and passionate individual to join their team.

The company have been established for over 100 years and specialise in a variety of sectors including the commercial, education, health, industrial, residential and leisure sectors with project ranging in value from £5m - £50m.

Due to their continued success and a healthy pipeline of work they are now looking for an Assistant QS to join their team in Preston, working on projects across Greater Manchester & Lancashire.

The role - Assistant QS

As an Assistant QS you will be working on a large £17.4m educational project in Lancashire and will be reporting into the Senior QS.

You will be a key part of the team and you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Support the commercial team.
• Prepare variations/valuations.
• Prepare s/c valuations.
• Attend site client meetings.
• Liaise with Site M
• Maintaining site records, control documents.
• Measuring progress on site.
• Consider risk & opportunity.
• Assist with CVR's as required for larger value works.
• Produce for small value projects and report to SQS/MQS.
• Timely application/invoices in line with client schedule.
• Understand & assist in the implementation of the commercial strategy.
• Involved with & take some responsibility on traditional contracts.

Required Experience

• Completed or currently undertaking a qualification in Quantity Surveying (HND/HNC Upwards).

• Ability to effectively utilise a range of Microsoft Office tools.
• Able to manipulate, manage/interrogate data.
• Be fully conversant with the use of the Standard Method of Measurement.

What's on offer?

They are offering an excellent basic salary and package which includes:

• Private medical healthcare.
• Pension up to 6%.
• Travel expenses covered.
• 25 days + bank holidays.
• A fully funded learning and development program which is customisable to your career.
• Health & wellness program.
• A profit share scheme and much more.

How to apply?

Please apply directly to this advert or for more information about the role please call the Fawkes & Reece Bolton office on 01204 554 884 and ask for Tom.