Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Redcar

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About the role

Do you want to be at the forefront of one of the world's most ambitious sustainability initiatives?

Balfour Beatty have created iconic buildings and infrastructure all over the world over the past 115 years redefining excellence and setting the industry benchmark with every project.

As a result, alongside several consortium partners; Balfour Beatty have been selected by bp (British Petroleum) to construct a first-of-a-kind fully integrated gas-fired power station with carbon capture and storage which is a key driving force behind plans to make Teesside the UK's first decarbonised industrial cluster.

Balfour Beatty is seeking a dynamic Assistant Quantity Surveyor to contribute to the Net Zero Teesside (NZT) project based at our site in Redcar and Cleveland.

What you'll be doing

Manage the costs of the works and ensure that their part of the project meets commercial, legal and quality standards with support from more senior members of the commercial team. Responsible for the effective engagement and management of our supply chain within their area. Typically, they will have a quantity surveying degree or be in the final stages of achieving the same on a part-time basis. A Graduate QS will be proactively following the structured training programmes to achieve their professional qualifications from the RICS, ICES or CIOB.

Dimensions

Financial: The Graduate and Assistant Quantity Surveyor will manage all costs and income associated within their area of responsibility on building and civil engineering projects
Organisational: Possibly, depending on capability & experience, have an Apprentice QS as a direct report

Interfaces

Internal: Commercial and wider Project Team
External: Supply Chain and Customers

Accountabilities

Governance

* Good knowledge of and adheres to the Company's governance requirements

Commercial Administration & Management

* Gather data & carry out research on current construction costs

* Measure, record & value work supervised in accordance with appropriate rules and procedures

* Seek out, locate and assemble pre and post contract documentation, complimented with the necessary administration skills

* Understand and utilise weekly and monthly works programmes

* Awareness of different programme formats

* Use the Company's ERP and Digital Systems

* Collation of Cost and Value Information

* Preparation of Cost reconciliation statements

* Measurement of works and agreements with subcontractors

Procurement

* Collect information required to specify procurement requirements

* Record and document information including registration of interest

* Understand the steps / documentation required

Who we're looking for

Essentials - The following qualifications or their equivalent are essential:

* BSc in Quantity Surveying or working towards

* CSCS Card (Academically Qualified)

* Working towards professional membership from the RICS, ICES or CIOB

Why work for us

Our people are our biggest asset and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level.

Some of our key benefits are:

* An attractive/negotiated salary;

* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays;

* Company car if applicable;

* Pension savings schemes;

* Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies;

* Access to our Refer and Earn scheme;

* Discretionary annual salary reviews

About us

Balfour Beatty's Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK's most complex and iconic infrastructure projects. Using the latest technology, we're driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.

From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/ <a class