Assistant Quantity Surveyor

At Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.

At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and our communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow & lead? Join us as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor in Newton Aycliffe!

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will monitor and control costs of contracts whilst maximising value. This role is critical in supporting the Senior Quantity Surveyor and Head of Contracts to protect all business contracts whilst maintaining good customer relations.

What you’ll do:

• Manage sub-contract procurement including preparation of order documents.
• Process subcontractor requests for payment and issue of notices.
• Measure progress, assist in submitting valuations, final accounts preparation and retention release, and monitor receipt of payments in a timely manner.
• Conduct change management control and costing (Variations), as well as raise purchase orders within budget allowances.
• Manage the day-to-day cost control to include monitoring and reporting and contract administration to ensure specification and pricing is compliant.
• Complete a monthly cost/valuation report and cash flow for designated projects.
• Attend project and company related meetings, and any other task commensurate with this post.

What you’ll bring:

• Vocational experience (HND, HNC, BTech) or equivalent relevant working experience.
• Experience and knowledge of the construction industry.
• Experience in a similar role and understanding of contract terminology and subcontractor practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly detail-orientated and organised with the ability to manage multiple projects.

Why join us?

• We are named the world's #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector by Newsweek and Statista in 2023!
• Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
• Our ‘Road to Sustainability 2030’ is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions.
• We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination.