Quantity Surveyor (Assistant)
| Job Type | Contract |
| Location | Hampshire |
| Area | South West, UK |
| Sector | Defence & Nuclear |
| Salary | £400 Per Day |
| Start Date | February 11th, 2026 |
| Advertiser | Leanne Howlett |
| Job Ref | 7324 - PSR1JP00099362 |
| IR35 | Inside |
| Security Clearance | SC |
- Description
- The Client:
A government department client is looking for a Quantity Surveyor (Assistant) to join them on a 6 month contract. This position will be based in Hampshire.
Job Summary:
Minimum Requirement:
- Supporting other QS workload.
- Working on multiple small contracts.
- NEC 3/4 experience.
- Pre-tender experience.
- Mechanical background.
- Assistant QS.
- Chartered QS.
- Provide support to the Procurement Team to ensure the delivery of predominantly engineering works to assure OPA is being billed fairly for works actually completed.
- Assist with managing all costs relating to projects to ensure validity and value for money.
- Support the OPA in preparing supporting documentation for projects including ITT, T&C’s, and cost estimates
- Support Project Teams that tenders are issued in accordance with the Agency’s procurement policy and procedures.
- Work closely with the Procurement department to ensure that contracts are put in place that are the most suitable to ensure delivery of the requirement in a timely & cost-effective manner.
- Assist with monitoring and where necessary measure the services provided by the contractor to verify application for payment.
- Assist with monitoring Contractors to ensure compliance with the Contract.
- Assist with monitoring, maintaining and re-negotiating schedules of Rates.
- Assist with the review ofBills of Quantities.
- Assist with monitoring delivery of the service to ensure that costs are in line with forecasts
- Assist with the valuation of the application for payments and preparation of the payment certificates.
- Assist with the validation of claims for change of work scope and agreed new value.
- Assist with reviewing and validating Contractor estimates.
- Assist with the preparation of in-house estimates, deriving costs, valuation of variation orders, and analysis of tender submissions.
- Support the Project Engineers in the management of contracts.
- Assist with cost analysis of works or services.
- Assisting in establishing user requirements and undertaking feasibility studies.
- Assist with performing risk and value management and cost control.
- Assist with identifying, analysing, and developing responses to risks.
- Assist with the valuation of completed work and benchmarking with industry.
- Ensure activities are in accordance with the Agency’s accounting procedures.
- Assist with monitoring all project costs to ensure that projects are delivered within budget; ensure that correct authorisation is obtained before expenditure exceeds the approved budget.
- Adhere to procedures relating to the proper use and care of assets, equipment, and materials for which the role has responsibility.
- Ad hoc tasks.
An active SC clearance is required for this role. At a minimum, candidates must be eligible and willing to undergo security clearance. Due to the short-term nature of the contract and the urgency of the requirement, the client may prioritise applicants who already hold active SC clearance and meet all essential criteria.
Our Company:
Malikshaw Interim & Executive is a specialist provider of talent management solutions helping our clients transform the delivery of our public services. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we combine providing the best talent with delivering diverse, inclusive workforces and particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ people, and women.
How to Apply:
Please apply through the link provided to send your application directly to the Recruiter managing this assignment.
If you qualify for any of the above, please notify us on your covering letter and your recruiter will confirm if the client is a member. We will then be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview.
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- Supporting other QS workload.
