Job Description

Domain: Construction/Site Management

Job type: Standard

Schedule: Hidden (30468)

EQUANS are recruiting for a Trainee Quantity Surveyor Solar PV to be based in Manchester. This is a permanent full-time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

We have a great opportunity for a Trainee QS to join the work business development and work winning team in our highly successful Solar Energy business.

Equans’s Solar EPC business design, install, commission and maintain commercial, industrial and large-scale solar PV installations. Supplying renewable energy from solar power plants enables renewable energy suppliers, businesses, and public sector organisations to reduce costs and their carbon footprint and generate power into private networks. Our growing pipeline of projects include Ground and Roof Mounted solutions, as well as Floating and Car Port Solar installations and Battery Energy Storage Systems.

General Overview

To proactively support the QS / Senior QS on the successful management and control all aspects of the commercial / financial and contractual elements of the designated projects in order to control and maximise the company’s profitability, protect the companies legal and contractual obligations under the contract and to manage proactively the control of all commercial issues. This is to include assisting with the preparation and administration of monthly applications and sub-contractor accounts in line with our contractual obligations and Commitments to Subcontractors. In addition, the support and assistance in ensuring cost reports and the like are managed, completed on time and monitored. Understand, implement and adhere to company SHEQ policy and strategy.

Key Accountabilities

To assist the QS with commercial administration and management on a number of live projects or projects at pre-construction phase
To measure all works accurately
Assist QS department in the preparation of final accounts
To attend college or further education (where offered or applicable) in line with company procedures
Sub-contract procurement and commercial management
Management and control of sub-contract accounts and variation accounts
Change management control
General day to day administrative duties
Preparation of documentation and the like for valuation, procurement or commercial administration
Assisting and liaising with the buyers on materials procurement and buying opportunities
To support the QS in the management the day to day cost control, monitoring and reporting
Maximise value and minimise cost
Develop an understanding of the designated contract, specification and pricing ensuring compliance with conditions throughout
Assist the QS with subcontractor selection and ensure the chosen subcontractor has the appropriate order and information to carry out their work
Measure progress, assist in submitting valuations, final accounts and retention release and monitor receipt of payment in a timely manner
Sufficiently manage the financial aspects of the project to ensure the correct safety equipment is used at all times
Be responsible for your safety and others around you
Attend project and company related meetings
To supervise with all staff, clients, consultants and residents in a professional manner
Any other reasonable management request

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;

Pension Scheme
24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 1 times annual salary
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes

Who are we looking for?

Education

GCSE Math’s & English
Construction based BTEC or NVQ
HND/ HNC Level, in a relevant construction acknowledged course.
Competent with all Microsoft packages and IT

Key Attributes

Flexibility
Ability to work under pressure
Working to deadlines
Organised
Able to work on their own and/or as part of a team

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.

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Job location: City of Manchester Greater Manchester United Kingdom

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