Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Assistant Quantity Surveyor – National Role with site in Swansea area – £41,265 - £46,693

National Gas is securing Britain’s energy. We transport gas throughout Great Britain, repair and maintain gas pipelines, and manage the meters that allow millions of homes and businesses to access the energy they need. We are the national gas network, providing secure energy to power Britain, achieve net zero, and maintain our industrial competitiveness.  

Join us, and help be the energy behind the change

About the Role:

Join our thriving team as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor! 

Are you looking to develop your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment? We’re seeking a motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our growing team. If you’re looking for a role that offers variety, ownership, and the chance to make a real impact, this is the opportunity for you, getting to work on a programme of large-scale infrastructure projects and gain hands-on experience. 

You’ll work for a supportive manager who values your development and work-life balance, giving you the flexibility to shape your working day around your personal life. All this, while giving you room to grow in a dynamic and evolving energy sector.

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you’ll provide contractual support for construction projects across the UK’s National Transmission System. From control system upgrades and asset decommissioning to new builds and the transition to hydrogen, your work will be pivotal to ensuring the flow of gas and the future of clean energy.

What you'll do:

COST CONTROL AND REPORTING

• Support and co-ordinate the preparation of, and help review budget estimates including risk & contingency allowance at all stages of the project lifecycle
• Assist with the commercial processes (incl. detailed cost reports) and internal governance requirements, ensuring they are adhered to at all stages of the project lifecycle
• Help review entitlement and support assessing the time and cost impact of compensation events
• Lead on the payment application process with the support of a Quantity Surveyor
• With a Value for Money mindset, assist with tender return evaluations, tender negotiations, and Contract Award processes

CONTRACT MANAGEMENT

• Ensure due diligence is consistent, with assurance & audit of all Contractor costs for your assigned projects
• Drive contract administration adherence, ensuring all notices are issued and replied to within the contract timeframes, ensuring contractual risks are tracked and escalated where required
• Provide analysis of compensation events, and support the process of escalation where required 
• Attending project related meetings to support the Project Team in commercial and contractual matters

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

• Working with both internal & external stakeholders to support National Gas on regulator requirements
• Assisting in commercial lessons learned and stakeholder interfaces on projects

What We’re Looking For:

What we do isn’t just important – it’s critical. That’s why we look to recruit experts in their field. In this case, we’re looking for someone who has most of the below:

• Experience of providing cost assurance of projects carried out under NEC3 or NEC4 Contracts (preferably options A, C & E)
• Experience in contract management in a Construction environment
• Exposure to risk management, cash flow forecasting, and supply chain management
• Commercial acumen and reporting system knowledge
• Experience with contract management, payment applications, early warning notices and compensation events
• Knowledge of the use of Contract Management Systems (such as FastDraft) 
• Awareness of earned value management and monitoring cost performance
• Knowledge of the gas transmission system desirable, but not essential
• A full UK driving license
• Ability to attend site regularly – 3 days a week during key stages of work
• Flexibility to support projects across other regions when required

What we can offer you:

• Annual bonus of up to 6% based on personal and company performance
• Company car (Job Requirement)
• 26 days’ holiday plus statutory holidays - option available to buy extra holiday days
• Generous pension scheme with a double-match contribution – if you contribute 6%, we’ll contribute 12%, helping you build a strong financial future
• Death in service at 10x your basic salary
• Financial support, which covers the cost of your professional membership subscription
• An optional flexible benefit scheme, including private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans, travel insurance
• Financial protection if you're unable to work due to long term illness or injury
• Excellent family friendly provisions - maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental leave
• Professional development and career progression
• Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24 hours per day, to you and your loved ones
• Hybrid working, home start with travel to sites and offices as required – working from site 3 days a week during key stages of work
   

About us:

National Gas is leading a clean, reliable, and affordable energy future for everyone.  Our skilled colleagues bring gas to 23m homes, and over 500,000 businesses, including heavy industries and power stations that keep Great Britain's lights on.  We fuel growth and innovation, whilst transitioning our network to hydrogen, to play our part in the journey to net zero. 

At National Gas, we are committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We celebrate the different experiences our colleagues bring to our organisation, and strongly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.  
Apply now to shape the future of energy with us!
 

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