Commercial Assistant
hace 3 días
Saint Albans
Job Title Commercial Assistant Location St Albans, Hertfordshire Reporting To Quantity Surveyor Business Area Water Industry – Utilities Role Overview The Commercial Assistant will provide day-to-day support to the Quantity Surveying and Commercial team on water industry projects. The role is focused on learning the fundamentals of cost control, commercial administration, and contract processes while assisting with basic reporting and record-keeping. This position is ideal for someone starting their career in quantity surveying or commercial management who is keen to learn and develop within the utilities and infrastructure sector. Key Responsibilities Commercial Support • Assist with basic cost tracking and data entry, • Support the preparation of simple cost reports and spreadsheets, • Help maintain accurate commercial records and project documentation, • Support the preparation of payment applications, • Assist in checking subcontractor invoices and applications, • Assist with contract administration tasks under supervision, • Help track variations and changes, • Support document control and filing of commercial correspondence Procurement Support • Assist with raising purchase orders and subcontract documentation, • Support tender enquiries and price comparisons, • Work closely with project managers and site teams, • Attend site meetings where required to gain project exposure, • Support general commercial administration across projects Skills & Experience Essential • Interest in quantity surveying, commercial management, or construction, • Good numerical skills and attention to detail, • Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, • Willingness to learn and take instruction, • Good communication and organisational skills, • Some experience in construction or utilities, • Awareness of the water industry or infrastructure projects, • Studying towards (or interest in studying towards) a relevant qualification Qualifications • An undergraduate degree to level 2:1 (Upper Second-Class Honours degree) or higher is desirable but not essential Personal Attributes • Enthusiastic and motivated, • Reliable and well-organised, • Keen to develop a long-term career in quantity surveying or commercial management, • Comfortable working in a team environment What We Offer • On-the-job training and mentoring, • Career progression within the commercial team, • Support towards further education and professional qualifications, • A competitive salary reflective of experience and level with opportunity for growth