Our client are seeking a proactive and detail-orientated Assistant Quantity Surveyor (AQS) to join a fire protection company based in Surrey. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a specialist sector of the construction industry, focusing on the financial and contractual management of fire stopping, fire compartmentation, and passive fire protection projects. The successful candidate will work closely with the Senior Quantity Surveyor and Project Management teams, contributing to the efficient delivery of projects from inception to final account. Key Responsibilities and Duties The AQS will support the commercial team with various tasks essential for project financial control and contractual compliance. Financial Management Support Cost Monitoring: Assist in monitoring project costs, comparing actual expenditure against budget, and identifying variances. Procurement: Aid in the preparation of tender documents, evaluation of subcontractor and supplier quotes, and issuing subcontracts and purchase orders. Valuations and Payments: Support the preparation of interim and final valuations, including site measurement and collation of necessary documentation, for submission to the client. Assist in processing subcontractor payment applications and preparing payment certificates. Reporting: Prepare accurate monthly cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and commercial summaries for management review. Contractual and Administrative Duties