Graduate Quantity Surveyor/Assistant QS/Accounts Assistant
- Recruiter
- Reed Property & Construction
- Location
- Exeter
- Salary
- 24000.00 GBP Annual
- Posted
- 02 Oct 2018
- Closes
- 30 Oct 2018
- Sectors
- Accountancy
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Post: Commercial Assistant/Assistant QS
Reports to: Quantity Surveyor
Commercial Assistant/Assistant QS required to assist with the delivery of the South West Water and Bournemouth Water Network Service Alliance (NSA) Term Service Contracts and Streetwork Furniture Term Service Contract. Based in our Exeter office with particular responsibility for supporting the commercial team to ensure that value is maximised and the correct processes are adhered to.
Key Result Areas/Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL
• Subcontract payments for all contracts managed by line manager
• Assist with job costing and cost feedback as required
• Preparation of contract cost reports for accounts and audit.
• Raise activity codes in Causeway
• Assist with invoicing and upload of correct documentation to Causeway systems
• Chase outstanding debt on all contracts managed by line manager
• Assist contract QS with subcontract procurement as necessary
• Recording / monitoring of labour / plant / subcontract costs for all contracts managed by line manager
• Updating registers for all contracts managed by line manager
• Assist with updating month end reports to enable accurate reporting
• Providing general admin support as required
Skills & Experience
ESSENTIAL
• Must demonstrate a good standard of IT skills, proficient in the use of MS Office in particular Excel
• Excellent Communication skills both written and verbally
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Proven experience of working within a team
• Proven experience of being methodical and organised
• Understanding of customer service
DESIRABLE
• Background experience in the construction or utilities industry
• Experience of accounting systems e.g. Causeway.
• Experience of contracts under the nec3 TSC form of contract.
Personal Characteristics
ESSENTIAL
• Ability to adapt and assist with implementation of change
• A ready willingness to accept ownership of issues and see them through to resolution
• A meticulous approach to detail and attention to accuracy
• Ability to work well whilst under pressure
• Ability to work under own initiative
DESIRABLE
• A cheerful disposition
• A team player who demonstrates a positive contribution to the team.
Reed Specialist Recruitment Limited is an employment agency and employment business
Reports to: Quantity Surveyor
Commercial Assistant/Assistant QS required to assist with the delivery of the South West Water and Bournemouth Water Network Service Alliance (NSA) Term Service Contracts and Streetwork Furniture Term Service Contract. Based in our Exeter office with particular responsibility for supporting the commercial team to ensure that value is maximised and the correct processes are adhered to.
Key Result Areas/Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL
• Subcontract payments for all contracts managed by line manager
• Assist with job costing and cost feedback as required
• Preparation of contract cost reports for accounts and audit.
• Raise activity codes in Causeway
• Assist with invoicing and upload of correct documentation to Causeway systems
• Chase outstanding debt on all contracts managed by line manager
• Assist contract QS with subcontract procurement as necessary
• Recording / monitoring of labour / plant / subcontract costs for all contracts managed by line manager
• Updating registers for all contracts managed by line manager
• Assist with updating month end reports to enable accurate reporting
• Providing general admin support as required
Skills & Experience
ESSENTIAL
• Must demonstrate a good standard of IT skills, proficient in the use of MS Office in particular Excel
• Excellent Communication skills both written and verbally
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Proven experience of working within a team
• Proven experience of being methodical and organised
• Understanding of customer service
DESIRABLE
• Background experience in the construction or utilities industry
• Experience of accounting systems e.g. Causeway.
• Experience of contracts under the nec3 TSC form of contract.
Personal Characteristics
ESSENTIAL
• Ability to adapt and assist with implementation of change
• A ready willingness to accept ownership of issues and see them through to resolution
• A meticulous approach to detail and attention to accuracy
• Ability to work well whilst under pressure
• Ability to work under own initiative
DESIRABLE
• A cheerful disposition
• A team player who demonstrates a positive contribution to the team.
Reed Specialist Recruitment Limited is an employment agency and employment business