Job Description

Hannafin Contractors Limited have a fantastic opportunity to join our growing Commercial Team as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor. If you haven't heard about Hannafin before you may be curious about who we are.

The Company

We are a leading groundwork contractor with a strong footprint across the UK and this year we are celebrating our 25th Anniversary. Our dedication to quality and our expertise sets us apart. At Hannafin, our mission is clear and straightforward: industry leading projects with consistency and professionalism. We are a family business who care about our people and offer competitive salaries that are negotiable based on your experience.

The Ideal Candidate

We are growing pretty fast and looking for a motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our friendly settled and welcoming team.

You will ideally have a couple of years' experience working in construction and now looking to progress your career. Experience in the groundworks sector would be a big advantage! You will need to be able to demonstrate you can work on your own initiative with guidance from the Managing Surveyor. You will need to be keen to learn and develop your existing skills to support the operations team deliver several projects. This role is varied and will require a flexible and collaborative approach.

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will support the commercial team in managing costs, contracts, and procurement processes to ensure projects are completed within budget. The role will be office based in the Midlands with the requirement for travel to visit the sites. The roles and responsibilities will include:

1. Cost Management & Estimation

Assisting in preparing cost estimates and budgets for residential projects. Supporting in cost planning and feasibility studies. Assisting with preparing bills of quantities (BOQ) and tender documents.

2. Procurement & Contract Administration

Assisting with the preparation and development of the Procurement Schedules and project plans. Assisting in procuring subcontractors, materials, and services. Helping with evaluating supplier and contractor quotations. Supporting the preparation and administration of contracts and consultant agreements. Knowledge of the JCT Design and Build Contract 2016 and 2024 editions. Ability to identify the most appropriate form of contract for a given use. Ability to be able to enforce contracts with support from line manager.

3. Measurement & Valuation

Measuring quantities from drawings and site visits using Bluebeam. Assisting in preparing valuations and variations. Supporting monthly valuations and payment applications. Checking and Processing sub-contractor applications and certifications, including preparing and issuing Payment and Payless Notices.

4. Financial Reporting & Budget Control

Assisting in tracking project costs and identifying cost-saving opportunities. Preparing reports on cost forecasts and budget variances. Supporting the management of project cash flow and payments. Preparing monthly CVR's for presentation to the business.

5. Site Visits & Progress Monitoring

Conducting site visits to check progress and verify completed works. Assisting in assessing contractor claims and variations. Supporting the preparation of site progress reports.

6. Compliance & Risk Management

Ensuring adherence to building regulations and contract terms. Assisting in risk assessment and mitigation strategies. Supporting compliance with health & safety and sustainability standards.

7. Stakeholder Coordination

Liaising with clients, contractors, and suppliers. Assisting in resolving commercial and contractual issues. Supporting collaboration between design, engineering, production and commercial teams.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

Contract Summary:

Office-based with regular site visits. Full-time position, Monday through Friday.

Benefits:

Competitive salary Company Car Wellbeing benefits Paid time off for training and holidays (which increase with length of service) Professional development opportunities, including a structured development plan.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company car Company pension Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Do you have HNC/HND/Degree level qualification in quantity surveying or construction management and/or relevant experience? (please give details)
Experience:

Groundworks: 2 years (preferred) Construction: 1 year (preferred) Quantity Surveying: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Right to work in the UK (without sponsorship)? (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: AQSM1