United Infrastructure

UK infrastructure construction and maintenance provider

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Construction ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeWakefield, UK£31k

About the Job

Requirements

A minimum of three A-levels at grade BCC.
Five GCSEs or equivalent at grades 9–4 (grade C or above), including Mathematics and English; Science is ideally included.
A previous Level 4 related qualification or equivalent discipline is advantageous.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
Basic understanding of standard methods of measurement.
Familiarity with the construction industry.
Strong numerical and analytical skills.
Ability to produce accurate work under tight deadlines.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Enthusiasm, commitment, and flexibility.
Willingness to take responsibility for personal development and extend knowledge of software packages.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel as required.

Responsibilities

Support the commercial team and contribute to its success across the full project lifecycle, from contract negotiation to cost reporting.
Support contract management in line with NEC 3/4 (Options A, B, and E).
Support subcontractor negotiations, payments, forecasting, and performance tracking.
Review day-to-day project risks as part of project risk management.
Conduct site visits for monthly applications for payment and subcontract assessments.
Produce accurate and timely budget, cost, and change reporting.
Produce monthly Cost Value Reconciliation and Earned Value Analysis reports while maintaining robust commercial documentation.

Desired Qualifications

Previous experience in the construction industry is desirable but not required.

Job Description

United Infrastructure is looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our Water team.

As part of a dynamic, fast-growing division, you'll be at the heart of nationally significant infrastructure projects that will shape the UK’s future.

🔧 What You’ll Be Doing

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor you’ll be responsible for supporting the commercial team and contributing towards its success across the full lifecycle of each project — from contract negotiation to cost reporting. You will be supporting:

Contract management in line with NEC 3/4 (Options A, B & E)
Subcontractor negotiations, payments, forecasting and performance tracking
Project risk management, reviewing day-to-day project risks
Site visits for monthly AFP, sub-contract assessments
Deliver accurate and timely budget, cost, and change reporting
Produce monthly Cost Value Reconciliation and generate Earned Value Analysis reports, whilst maintaining robust commercial documentation

Qualifications

3 A-levels at minimum BCC grade
5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at 9-4 (grade C or above), including Math, English, and ideally a Science
Any previous Level 4 related qualification or equivalent discipline is advantageous
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a strong emphasis on Excel
Basic understanding of standard methods of measurement
Familiarity with the construction industry
Strong numerical and analytical skills
Ability to produce accurate work under tight deadlines
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Enthusiasm, commitment, and flexibility
Willingness to take responsibility for own development and extend knowledge of software packages
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Previous experience in the construction industry is desirable but not required
Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel as required

Join us at United Infrastructure today and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK.

Additional Information

Salary Range / Charge Rate: £31,000
Salary Category: Below £75,000

About the Company

United Infrastructure

UK infrastructure construction and maintenance provider

United Infrastructure provides critical infrastructure solutions in the UK for water, energy, power, telecoms, and property services, with two main arms: Utility Infrastructure and Social Infrastructure. It wins revenue by securing contracts for large projects and long-term maintenance frameworks, including social housing repairs and major energy/utility schemes such as a CO2 pipeline. The company differentiates itself by pursuing acquisitive growth to broaden its technical capabilities and capabilities across multiple sectors, plus its focus on large, long-dated contracts. Its goal is to strengthen its position in the critical infrastructure and energy transition space by expanding its technical footprint and customer base through selective acquisitions and steady project delivery.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: England, United Kingdom
Founded: 2004

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