Apprentice Commercial Technician

Adhering to health and safety regulations and promoting a safe working environment Assist the commercial team with contract management including reviewing contracts, tracking contract deliverables and ensuring compliance with contract obligations.

This may include but not limited to:

Site visits and surveys to gather data and assess the conditions of existing infrastructure Assist with preparation and evaluation of subcontractor and supplier quotations Provide support for the administration of contracts and assist the QS’s with delivery of commercial processes to the highest standard The measurement and valuation of work completed, including taking measurements and preparing progress reports Assist with preparation of interim and final valuations for payments to contractors Support in assessment and negotiation of variations and change orders, ensuring cost control Support project performance reporting, both financial and non-financial Address queries and resolve issues, maintaining positive working relationships both internally and with clients, contributing to the mitigation of disputes by using accurate records The delivery of continuous improvement initiatives Gain a solid understanding different contract mechanisms and how they are applied Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure effective communications and coordination throughout the commercial process Using the relevant in-house software tools and systems for quantity surveying tasks Maintaining the company systems as required, to complete all requisite personal requirements, e.g. timesheets Planning work schedules, ensuring that all actions are deployed and completed in a timely manner Stay updated on industry regulations, codes of conduct, market dynamics and best practices related to commercial activities

Training:
This will be delivered on a day release model at Wigan & Leigh College’s Centre for Advanced Technical Studies campus.

Training Outcome:
Progression onto the next level of the course, Quantity Surveying degree and RICS chartership

Employer Description:
TSS provides professional consultancy services for the infrastructure industry, including quantity surveying, commercial management, financial auditing and project management across rail, utilities, highways, and the wider infrastructure sector. We are an established SME that is really going places because we are great at what we do.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm (With 1 hour unpaid lunch break)

Skills:
IT skills,Strong mathematical skills,Strong analytical skills,Excellent communication skills,Excellent presentation skills,Willingness and enthusiasm,Ability to prioritise tasks,Ability to work to targets