Assistant Quantity Surveyor

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
 

A little more about your role…

We are looking for an ambitious and motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our growing PMCM Buildings team in London.

Working alongside experienced Quantity Surveyors, Cost Managers, Project Managers and Commercial professionals, you will support the delivery of pre- and post-contract cost and commercial management services across a diverse portfolio of building projects. These may include education, commercial, hospitality, residential and public sector developments for leading clients across the Southeast.

You'll have the opportunity to develop your technical skills while supporting activities such as:

• Cost estimating and cost planning
• Procurement and tender support
• Contract administration
• Cost assurance and reporting
• Valuations and change management
• Financial and commercial management of projects
• Preparation of client reports and commercial documentation
• Supporting project teams in delivering successful outcomes for clients

As part of WSP's PMCM business, you'll join a team of approximately 600 professionals across the UK delivering Quantity Surveying, Cost & Commercial Management, Project Management, Programme Management and Project Controls services on some of the UK's most exciting building and infrastructure projects.

What we'll be looking for you to demonstrate…

Essential

• Degree qualified, or working towards a qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline
• Previous experience in a Quantity Surveying or Cost Management environment through employment, placement year or industry internship
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn from experienced professionals
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams
• Competency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel