Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Job Introduction:

Skills, Experience, Qualifications, If you have the right match for this opportunity, then make sure to apply today.

Gleeson Homes are recruiting for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to assist the Regional Commercial team, delivering the Group Business plan, Commercial objectives, budgets and future growth requirements by being involved in commercial activities; supporting the implementation, control and reporting of all development/build-related expenditure.

We're looking for someone who is passionate about working with colleagues within the region and across different disciplines with a keen attention to detail and accuracy when conducting the valuation process. The suitable person will be someone who wants to proactively contribute to our mission of changing lives, by building affordable, quality homes, where they are needed, for the people who need them the most.

As an assistant, you will be given ample opportunities to learn new skills and develop your career journey at Gleeson Homes.

Our teams are structured with a Commercial Director, a Managing Quantity Surveyor, a Senior and Quantity Surveyors - giving you the experience and mentorship to further develop.

Main Responsibilities:

At Gleeson Homes, we're genuinely passionate about what we do. We invest in our people and our communities, building homes, changing lives. We're looking for an ambassador of the Gleeson Brand, who works passionately, collaborative and respectfully.

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will:
Supporting management and reporting.
Assisting the commercial team and following group policies and processes.
Helping manage the relationships with subcontractors, housing associations and external partners.
You'll be key in helping determining and agreeing site start programs and assisting with commercial matters for new and existing developments. xehkeey
Partaking in site visits, including not only the current and new sites, but also potential sites, seeing the future of Gleeson Homes.

The Ideal Candidate:
A relevant qualification or basic understanding of the role of Quantity Surveying
A basic understanding of the financial implications of the methods and sequences of build
Basic Finance/Commercial awareness and Technical knowledge
Basic knowledge of the Construction Industry
Basic knowledge of commercial and financial management systems and controls
Awareness of codes of practice that impact on commercial matters e.g. Building Regulations, NHBC requirements, HSE etc
Knowledge of Construction Design Management Regulations
The desire and determination to work collaboratively and progress as a team

Benefits:
Generous holiday entitlement of 26 days per annum + bank holidays
Choice of company car/ car allowance
Discretionary Bonus Scheme
Holiday Buy Back Scheme
Company Pension Scheme
Private Medical Insurance Scheme
Healthshield membership
Life Assurance Scheme
Share Purchase Plan
Highstreet/ Store Discounts
Development Opportunities