Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Equans is looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Belfast, Northern Ireland on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, and benefits package.

General Overview  

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor role is responsible for providing proactive support to the Quantity Surveyor/Senior Quantity Surveyor in the successful management and control of all aspects of commercial, financial, and contractual elements of designated projects. This includes assisting with preparation and administration of monthly applications and valuations, procuring and valuing sub-contractors’ accounts, and ensuring cost reports are managed and completed on time 

What will you deliver?

• Cost Management: Assist in the preparation and analysis of project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports, ensuring accurate cost allocation and tracking against project milestones. 
• Procurement Support: Aid in the procurement process, including the preparation of tender documents, evaluation of bids, and management of subcontractor and supplier relationships. 
• Contract Administration: Support the administration of contracts, ensuring all documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with legal and contractual requirements. In line with the ‘Equans Way’ and Golden Rule Framework.  
• Valuation and Payments: Contribute to the valuation process for completed work, including interim payments to subcontractors and the preparation of final accounts. 
• Risk Management: Assist in identifying and mitigating financial and contractual risks, helping to safeguard the company’s interests. 
• Client and Stakeholder Liaison: Maintain effective communication with clients, subcontractors, and other stakeholders, ensuring clarity and alignment on project financials and timelines. 
• Reporting and Documentation: Prepare regular reports on project financial performance and assist in maintaining comprehensive project documentation for auditing and reference. 
• Any other reasonable management request.  

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, and benefits package, which includes;

• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

• A degree (or studying towards) in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field. 
• Strong numerical and analytical skills. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently when required. 

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. 

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. 

You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.