Commercial Assistant

Key Benefits

• Up to £30,000 per annum, dependent on experience
• Based in Wakefield
• On-Site Gym
• Extensive training
• Great growth and development opportunities
  
  

The Role

Our client is looking for a Commercial Assistant/ Junior Quantity Surveyor to start within their expanding team! We’re looking to find a candidate who’s completed a degree in Quantity Surveying (or similar) with practical experience and a comprehensive understanding of dealing specifically within contracts. The successful applicant will be dealing with incoming Terms & Conditions, JCT contracts and will be resolving any queries and amending any variations.

We are unable to offer sponsorship for this position, so applicants must have full UK working rights.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the administration of construction contracts, including preparing and negotiating contract documents, variations and change orders.
• Assist with cost estimates and cost plans for construction projects by providing accurate measurements and cost analysis.
• Assist with tendering strategies, tender analysis and subcontractor selection.
• Assist in producing Bills of Quantities, Schedules of Works and Specifications for construction projects.
• Participate in risk management activities, including assessing the impact of cost elements on project risks and opportunities.
• Assist with preparing and maintaining project budgets, cost reports and cash flows, ensuring that they are kept up-to-date and that any variances are reported to senior management.
• Attend project meetings and liaise with site managers, contractors, architects, and other stakeholders ensuring all parties are up-to-date on project progress and costs.
• Assist in maintaining project records and documents in accordance with company procedures and relevant legislation.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of new technologies and techniques in project management, construction methods, and materials.
  
  

Key Skills

• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or similar
• Existing experience in dealing with contracts - disputes and correspondence.
• Must be highly committed, driven and passionate
• Must have internal drive and confidence to deal with difficult situations.
• Must have a UK Driving Licence
• UK resident and unrestricted right to work in the UK.
  
  

Our Client

A leading provider of low-pressure water mist systems in the UK, this specialist company offers high-quality Water Mist and Sprinkler solutions, known for delivering reliable and effective products to clients across various industries. Located in West Yorkshire, the company operates from premises just off the M1, which accommodate its design, sales, commercial, and administrative teams, as well as featuring an area for product demonstrations.

If you feel you are suitable, please apply today by submitting your CV to [email protected]. Alternatively, to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Jay Waudby directly on 07956 214 241/ 0113 332 0678.

Thank you for taking an interest in the role advertised. We'd like to confirm that each CV received is read thoroughly by a trained consultant; if your application is shortlisted then you will be contacted via telephone in the first instance. If we have not contacted you within 5 working days of your application, please understand that the CV received, and the information provided does not meet the requirements of the role. However, we endeavour to consider all applicants for future opportunities; should you wish to speak to the named consultant about your application, please contact us directly.