In a Nutshell…
We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry South London, at our Fairbank Estate site (N1 7QF). As our Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will deliver strategy and support the Commercial Team, to deliver assigned projects, making operational decisions.
We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.
Let’s cut to the chase, what’s in it for you…
- Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
- Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
- Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
- Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
- 2 Volunteering days per annum
- Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
- Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
- Share save and share incentive schemes
- Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…
In return, what we would like from you…
- Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
- Quantity Surveying Degree
- Relevant construction and quantity surveying experience
- Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and using cost management software like Coins or Bluebeam
- Strong mathematical abilities for accurate cost calculations and financial analysis
- Familiarity with modern building techniques, sustainable practices, and materials
- Understanding contracts, procurement processes, and legal regulations
- Skills in planning, scheduling, and risk management to ensure projects stay on track
- Ability to collaborate effectively with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders
- Precision in calculations and documentation to avoid costly errors.
- Strong and Consistent Performance
- Respect for our People and Customers
- Teamwork
- Integrity and Commitment
More about the Assistant Quantity Surveyor role…
- Assist with the delivery of robust and ethical procurement practices.
- Assist with the preparation of subcontractor recommendations.
- Assist with the preparation of subcontractor Articles of Agreement.
- Support the commercial lead with contractual disputes and legal matters in a timely manner for assigned project.
- Implement ethical subcontract administration practice and drive continuous quality and efficiency improvement.
- Assist in the production of project cost report on a monthly basis.
- Assist in the production of project cash flow.
- Maintain positive and successful client relationships.
- Assist in fulfilling funding conditions precedent.
- Provide continuous feedback to pre-construction of current market rates to inform land bids.
- Create an environment to drive engagement and high performance.
- Role model and drive the practice of Vistry Group People Behaviours.
- Participate in regular team meetings.
- Drive engagement and collaboration across all departments.
- Support implementation of Health & Safety policy for department and supply chain.
- Implement Building a Living Legacy strategy.
Finally, let’s tell you a bit more about us…
We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.
Join us in making Vistry.
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