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Our vision is to self-deliver our sustainable projects from design through the installation period and then to maintain the buildings, ensuring they operate to the original design principles. To achieve both, we have built a team of dedicated, innovative and creative people. Who never settle for \"just average\".\nIn a nutshell\nWe are a mechanical and electrical services contractor and are actively seeking to recruit for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to provide support to Commercial Managers and Quantity Surveyors across the regions who are responsible commercially on the delivery of a multi-million-pound projects. \nThe ideal candidate would be able to support in providing full commercial awareness to ensure the project management and operational delivery team are aware of all commercial and contractual matters involved on the project, whilst also providing support to the Commercial team as appropriate and required.\nDay to day\nAs an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial team with daily cost management tasks, including tracking costs, assisting with valuations and variations, and maintaining project records. You will work closely with project teams and subcontractors while supporting reporting and overall budget control.\nThis will often include the following activities:\nSupporting the commercial team through the design and pre-construction stages, including assisting with tender submissions and engagement with subcontractors and suppliers.\n\nWorking closely with design, estimating, and pre-construction teams to provide commercial support and maintain accurate documentation.\n\nAssisting with the administration of contracts, including helping to review terms and support subcontract procurement and order placement.\n\nSupporting the preparation of monthly valuations, tracking variations, and maintaining cost records in line with project requirements.\n\nHelping to process subcontractor payments, maintain financial records, and assist with reporting in line with company timelines.\n\nGaining exposure to programme requirements and supporting the team in ensuring contractual obligations and notices are maintained.\nAbout you\nWe’re keen to hear from a wide range of applicants who are interested in the M&E industry, whether you’re beginning your career or considering a new direction with one of the area’s leading businesses.\nHere are some of the skills and experience we are looking for in the right person to join our team:\nStrong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail\n\nGood communication skills and ability to work within a team\n\nBasic understanding of construction or M&E projects (desirable)\n\nProficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel\n\nOrganised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines\n\nWillingness to learn and develop within a commercial environment\n\nRelevant qualification (or working towards) in Quantity Surveying or similar (desirable)\n\nPrevious experience in an administrative or construction-related role (advantageous)\n\nOur commitment to you\nAs a key member of our team you will be encouraged to develop yourself further using all the tools made available to you by the business. As our inhouse HR team will work alongside you and your line manager to develop a bespoke develop plan that is tailored to your needs.\nWe also offer a host of benefits across our business, including\nOctopus EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme\n\nFlexible Holiday Scheme\n\nFlexible Working\n\nStaff Social Events\n\nTime off to commit to charity work and good causes\n\nPrivate Medical Insurance\n\nLife Insurance\n\nCompany Contribution towards Eye Welfare\n\nEmployer Assistance Programme that goes above and beyond\n\nBe yourself\nOur clients come from all walks of life and so do our colleagues. That's why we're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. At Hopkins, we believe everyone is capable of achieving great things - no matter your age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs. 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