Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Circet Ireland & UK; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications firm is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor in East Kilbride to support the commercial team in managing contracts and costs. This role offers full training and excellent career progression opportunities, within a diverse environment. Key responsibilities include preparing accounts and claims, supporting cost control, and providing general commercial support. This position combines both field and office-based work.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programmes

Structured development programmes

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm to learn and develop in a commercial / QS environment.
• Basic understanding of engineering and technology desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of AFPs for Altnet contracts.
• Support cost control processes, ensuring claims are correct.
• Assist with the preparation of final accounts and retentions.
• Support interim supplier account reconciliation.
• Act as an operational link to help progress work on site.
• Assist with monitoring and agreement of EWs and CEs.
• Provide general commercial support.

Skills

Strong numeracy and analytical skills

Excellent attention to detail

Good relationship-building skills

Effective communication skills

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Start your Quantity Surveying career with Circet UK!

Full-Time | Reports to Senior QS | Field & Office-Based

Join Circet UK - Supporting Infrastructure Excellence

Circet UK is looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support our commercial team in managing contracts, costs, and supplier accounts for our telecoms and infrastructure projects. This role offers excellent development opportunities, full training, and exposure to a wide range of commercial activities across our Altnet contracts.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assist with the preparation of AFPs for Altnet contracts
• Support cost control processes, ensuring subcontractor and direct labour claims are correct and allocated appropriately
• Assist with the preparation of final accounts and retentions
• Support interim supplier account reconciliation and liaise with subcontractors on interim accounts
• Act as an operational link to help progress work on site
• Assist with monitoring, control, preparation, and agreement of EWs and CEs on Altnet contracts
• Provide general commercial support and support other team members as required

What You'll Need

• Strong numeracy and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good relationship‑building skills and effective communication, including telephone manner
• Basic understanding of engineering and technology desirable but not required
• Enthusiasm to learn and develop in a commercial / QS environment

Knowledge of QS role is not required as full training will be provided.

Why Join Circet UK?

• Inclusive Culture: We're committed to diversity and creating a supportive environment for everyone.
• Career Progression: Access structured development programmes, mentoring, and funded training.
• Leadership Growth: We develop our own - your journey doesn't stop at supervisor.
• Making an Impact: Get involved in CSR initiatives and give back to your community.
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days annual leave, life assurance, Employee Assistance Programmes, and more.

We're Committed to Inclusion

At Circet UK, we value talent, potential, and diversity across our workforce. We welcome all applications and strive to create an inclusive and empowering workplace for everyone.