Commercial Assistant (12-month FTC)

Description:

Commercial Assistant (12-month FTC)

Willmott Dixon are looking to employ a Commercial Assistant on a 12-month fixed term contract in the Bristol region. This role would primarily support the Principal Quantity Surveyor and local project delivery team in maintaining the smooth running of the commercial function on construction projects.

Reporting to the Principal Quantity Surveyor, the successful candidate will support with tasks relating to the commercial administration and financial control of Willmott Dixon's supply chain partners, delivering works on projects in line with their Sub-Contract Agreements on time, within budget and in-line with the specification and quality standards.

This is the ideal opportunity for an aspiring Quantity Surveyor to further develop their skills and gain practical experience within a main contractor. Working from our Bristol office and attending sites in the local area, the successful applicant will perform commercial tasks with the supervision and support of an experienced team.

Responsibilities

Compile and issue tenders
Prepare tender comparisons
Prepare, issue, and manage Purchase Orders
Assist in preparation of subcontract orders
Undertake take-off and remeasurement
Assist in preparation of monthly interim payments
Support the preparation and agreement of subcontract final accounts
Regular site visits to Willmott Dixon construction projects
Assist with the implementation of AI cost analysisEssential and Desirable Criteria

Essential

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
Full UK Driving License with access to your own vehicle
Reside within a commutable distance to the Bristol region to access the office and local construction sites
Possess a level 3 qualification (T-Level, BTEC, A-Level, NVQ etc)Desirable

Have, or working towards a construction related degree (Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management)
Appropriate CSCS cardAdditional Information

We reward our people generously with a competitive salary and a market-leading benefits package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to, an enhanced pension scheme, discounted private medical, and life assurance. This role will benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA).

We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme.

About Us

With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive.

Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development