Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Walsall, GB, WS1 4NL
Colas Ltd are a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people including over 1500 in the UK across multiple sites. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large-scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields, and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a 'Gold Investor in People' award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential.
Purpose of the role
Colas Ltd. have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join the Area 9 team, you will be based in Bescot, WS1 4NL. Reporting to the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will provide support to the Commercial team with the administration of the Area 9 M & R Contract. (Highways Maintenance & Response Contract) and carry out reconciliation of cost and value for recovery through the contract mechanism.
Main Responsibilities
As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor you will assist with the collation of data for monthly reports and commercial activities required for the contract and provide accurate and timely reports as required. You will assist with pricing of new works in accordance with the contract mechanisms and assist with management of Sub contractor work packages. As part of the role you will identify and interpret Key Performance and Result Measure and evaluate change through analysis of rates or compensation methods, and agreement of the effects of change. You will be a part of the preparation, presentation, negotiation and agreement of interim and final accounts, including re-measurement in accordance with a standard method of measurement and work closely with QS to ensure framework quotations and prices are issued on time and in accordance with contract condition. You will ensure all commercial processes comply with Colas’ corporate governance and comply with group standards. You will be required to undertake any other tasks assigned by your line manager.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have a degree in Quantity Surveying or a degree in something similar within Construction. You will ideally have experience within Highways however this is not essential and we are open to candidates who come from a Finance background.
You will be be an excellent communicator both verbal and oral, you will be able to adapt to change and be proficient in all Microsoft Office Suites, in particular Microsoft Excel and Outlook. It is essential that you are highly organised and have great problem solving skills. A valid UK driving licence is required for this role.
Package Description
Here at Colas, we offer a great total compensation package, including:
- A salary of up to £35,000 (dependent on experience) PLUS Company Car/Car allowance
- Our Colas Pension Scheme has combined contributions of up to 10%
- Life Assurance Scheme which is x4 basic salary
- 25 days annual leave per year + Public Holidays
- Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme
- Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on the role)
- Opportunities to study towards a fully funded Professional Qualification
- Ongoing personal / professional development
- Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits portal
Note to Recruitment Agencies :
In line with our Company Policy, Colas Ltd has a preference for direct hiring and we will reach out to our PSL (Preferred Suppliers List) agencies if the role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If a speculative CV is sent, no fee will be applicable.
As a business, we hold three core values Caring, Sharing and Daring.
We are committed to Caring for our colleagues, promoting, equality and diversity, and maintaining a culture of fairness, transparency, and respect for all employees, clients, communities, suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders.
We harness a productive environment where talents are being fully utilised and organisational goals are met, Sharing our knowledge and expertise with colleagues to progress and expand on new ideas, promoting trust, responsibility, and solidarity.
Our culture is built on an innovative and pioneering mindset, Daring to welcome new ideas and approaches. We are driven to invest in our employees and encourage them to participate in innovation, moving forward and striving to provide sustainable infrastructure solutions.
