Assistant Quantity Surveyor

ZipRecruiter; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their Glasgow office. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to support the Commercial Manager on various projects across Scotland. You will be involved in contract administration, cost forecasting, and dispute resolution, all while working in a supportive environment that values employee well-being. If you are recently qualified in Quantity Surveying and eager to gain hands-on experience in civil engineering, this role is perfect for you. Join a team that prioritizes both professional growth and a family-like atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Recently qualified to a minimum level of HND Quantity Surveying.
• Experience with civil engineering contractors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administrate contracts and issue correct contractual notices.
• Produce integrated cost forecasts for projects.
• Assist with resolution of disputes and learn negotiation strategies.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

HND in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Job Description

Deanston Cooper's client, a leading privately owned civil engineering contractor, has a current requirement for an AssistantQuantity Surveyor to work out of their Glasgow office on projects across Scotland. This is an excellent opportunity to work for an organisation that has a real family feel to it and a well-deserved reputation in the marketplace for looking after their employees.

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor working within the commercial team you will support the Commercial Manager by providing assistance with the following:

• Administrating contracts and issuing the correct contractual notices
• Producing integrated cost forecasts for projects
• Managing commercial issues related to withheld, disputed or disallowed costs
• Assisting with resolution of disputes and learning negotiation strategies
• Assisting with subcontract preparation following procurement
• Assessing interim and final accounts
• Pricing additional and varied works

Applications for the role of Assistant Quantity Surveyor are welcome from candidates:

• Recently qualified to a minimum level of HND Quantity Surveying
• Who have ideally but not essentially gained some experience working for a civil engineering contractor
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills