Associate Quantity Surveyor

Job Title: Associate Quantity Surveyor Location: Birmingham (Onsite 1-2 Days per Week) Contract: 6 Months Rate: £200-£275 per Day or annual salary of £42,781-£44,755 Are you ready to make a significant impact in the green energy sector? Join our client, a leader in the electricity transmission network across Wales and England, as they embark on a monumental £29 billion investment into decarbonisation by 2026! We're searching for an enthusiastic Associate Quantity Surveyor to be part of this exciting journey. Why This Role? As an Associate Quantity Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in the UK's transition to clean energy. You'll be part of the Strategic Infrastructure team, supporting the development and delivery of large-scale, complex infrastructure projects. This is your chance to take on greater responsibility and work on high-value schemes that matter! What You'll Do: • Support Lead Quantity Surveyors in contract placement and management activities for various project packages. • Assist with commercial assessments of contract proposals and aid in the contractor payment application process. • Participate in cost audits, contractor entitlements reviews, and assess time and cost impacts of compensation events. • Help maintain accurate cost forecasts and support compliance with contractual timescales and governance processes. • Engage in contract risk reviews and foster strong relationships with stakeholders, including Project Managers and contractors. • Proactively seek support when challenges arise to prevent escalation. What You Bring: • HND/Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field (or currently working towards this qualification). • A valid UK driving licence. • A background in construction is preferred, along with knowledge of quantity surveying principles. • A methodical, process-driven approach with a knack for data gathering and issue assessment. • Confidence in your decision-making ability, backed by thorough analysis and insight. • Excellent communication skills with a willingness to ask for assistance when needed. • Flexibility to travel occasionally to remote UK locations. Who We Are: Join a diverse and inclusive organisation recently recognised with an Institution of Engineering and Technology silver award for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion! Our client values teamwork, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. What's in it for You? • Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that support the environment. • A welcoming and supportive team that values your input and growth. If you're an ambitious Quantity Surveyor ready to take your career to the next level and be a part of the clean energy transition, we want to hear from you! Apply now, and let's shape the future of energy together! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.