Assistant/Intermediate QS

One of our Surrey based hi end building contractor clients with reputation on quality, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to craftsmanship have a fabulous vacancy for a full time enthusiastic Assistant / Intermediate QS based from their modern offices near Hindhead. This is a great opportunity to join an ever growing commercial team to support the business and deliver small to medium bespoke projects for example Heritage Renovations and New Builds with values from £500,000 to around £7 - £8 million. Working in a friendly office of around a dozen people, you will be reporting to the Commercial Lead. Responsibilities: * Issued tender enquiries to subcontractors within deadlines. * Analysed returns to secure commercially competitive packages. * Supported Senior QS’s in pricing tenders and live projects, contributing to accurate and competitive submissions. * Produced take-offs using Eque2 (Accounting, Estimating and Housebuilding solutions software) to support cost planning and procurement. * Assessed inbound enquiries, determining project suitability; prepared high-level budget estimates using m2 rates and advised clients accordingly. * Proactively generated new business opportunities by monitoring planning applications and issuing targeted marketing proposals to clients and architects. Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience: * The ideal candidate holds a formal qualification in quantity surveying. * Ideally 2 to 5 years+ experience working in a commercial role in the construction industry or someone new qualified would be considered. * Competent in the use of Microsoft office especially excel. * Ability to work to a high standard and attention to detail. * Effective communication skills. * Full driving licence desired. In return, you will receive a competitive salary package with genuine chance to progress your career within a forward thinking established main build contractor with a healthy order book for the next 12-18 months