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Assistant Surveyor

Job Description

At Bellway we recognise that people are the key to our success and our goal is to provide a rewarding and fulfilling career in line with our values of quality, service and trust. In addition to this we are committed to being a more inclusive employer and invite applications from a variety of backgrounds. There is an exciting opportunity to join Bellway, one of the UK’s largest house builders. Our Thames Valley Division, located in Reading is looking to recruit an Assistant Surveyor to join the Division’s Commercial department. The Role This role of Assistant Surveyor is responsible for working with project surveyors and help with the managing of the commercial aspects of each development. The Assistant Surveyor will report to the Assistant Commercial Manager. Principle accountabilities of the role include: Produce tender packs, chasing returns and compiling analysis of returns. Produce sub-contract payments and final accounts, ensuring that the sub-contractor has signed these off. Produce sub-contract orders, ensuring they are authorised by the authorised representative, together with all necessary documentation to comply with Group Commercial Policy. Complete on-site measurements and assess payments to contractors. Attend and contribute to various meetings, such as pre-order meetings, project review meetings with construction team as well as external contractors. Price customer extras and liaise with sales department as necessary. Assist the Commercial Manager with take-off’s for land appraisals when required Experience, Qualifications and Skills Experience Experience of working as an Assistant Surveyor with a residential house builder. Qualifications and Training HNC/HND in relevant Building Studies GCSE Grade C/4+ or equivalent in English and Maths COINS Skills and Aptitude Strong communication and listening skills, with good negotiation skills Highly motivated to deliver quality developments Ability to work on own as well as part of a team Excellent attention to detail and demonstrates ability to meet deadlines IT literate and the ability to adapt to new systems Good administration skills Committed to diversity and inclusion Punctual and organised The Role and Working Conditions Willing to be flexible in respect to day to day duties and hours worked. Office based role, with travel within the Divisional area (Thames Valley). Ability to travel to development sites as and when required. In return we can offer you: Competitive salary Company car / car allowance 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays Contributory pension scheme