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Howells Solutions
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West Malling, Kent
Commercial Assistant - Construction, Repairs & Maintenance
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Job Type: Full-time |
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Overview
Commercial Assistant - Construction, Repairs & Maintenance (Social Housing) Based in West Malling Competitive Salary Here at Howells we are working with a market leading, multi billion pound Construction business to recruit a Commercial Assistant to join their Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance division based in the historic market town of West Malling. This is a full time, permanent role, working hours Monday - Friday 08.00 - 17.00 with a competitive salary on offer. As the Commercial Assistant, you will work with the team of Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Manager to control and monitor the commercial and financial elements of the project in order to maximise the companies profitability. Key Duties: To take an overview and interest to assist the Contract Manager with pre-start planning and programming Assist with Sub-contract procurement and commercial management on a designated project(s) Management and control of sub-contract accounts and variation accounts (use SOR NHF measurement) Assisting and liaising with the buyers on materials procurement and buying opportunities To manage the day to day cost control, monitoring and reporting on a designated project(s) Develop an understanding of the designated contract, specification and pricing ensuring compliance with conditions throughout Assist the Contract Manager with subcontractor selection and assist with ensuring the chosen subcontractor has the appropriate order and information to carry out their work Measure progress, submit valuations, submit final accounts and retention release and monitor receipt of payment in a timely manner Process subcontractor requests for payment Assist the commercial management team with the compilation for monthly cost / valuation report and cash flow for the designation project(s) Manage the costs on a project to ensure both the company and the client is fully advised of the cost situation Ensure timely cash flow management for the Client and the group, and the supply change Maintaining and developing professional relationships with the Client, to help future business development What we are looking for: Excellent verbal and written communication skills Good level of numeracy Good influencing skills IT skills - MS Office, Excel (advanced), Project, Word etc Experience in a similar role Flexibility Ability to work and thrive under pressure in a busy role This is an ideal role for a Commercial Administrator/Trainee Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their career with an award winning, market leading business For more info please apply online. Applications If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on . Howells Solutions are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells Solutions acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.