Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Caval Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Caval Ltd in Glasgow is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team on refit and refurbishment projects across Education, MOD, and Public Sector works. The role supports cost control, interim valuations, and contract administration for projects valued £15m–£70m.

You will work with a Tier 1/Main Contractor, handling interim payments, variations, and final accounts in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience working as a Quantity Surveyor for a Tier 1 / Main Contractor.
• Strong knowledge of commercial and construction contracts such as JCT.
• Background in build or large fit out construction projects is preferred.
• Good communicator, able to deal with a range of people, tasks and obligations.
• Well organised, self-starter, able to implement procedures and manage all aspects of the works.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor
• Submission of interim payment applications
• Preparation of monthly cost and value reconciliation reports / Project cost control
• Assisting with all commercial aspects of allocated projects
• Preparation and submission of interim valuations
• Manage and value variations
• Attend meetings for the agreement of final accounts
• Post contract liaison with clients
• Sub-contract negotiation and letting
• Joint responsibility of managing contract costs including payments to sub-contractors
• Assist with the management of contractual documentation and letters / Understanding of sub-contracts
• Placing sub-contract orders

Skills

QS experience

JCT contracts

Communication

Organised

Negotiation

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Job Title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor (New Build & Refurbishment)

Location: Glasgow, Scotland

Salary: £45k to £55k + Package

Role Overview

Assistant Quantity Surveyor supporting the commercial team in delivering refit and refurbishment on Education, MOD, Public Sector projects nationwide ranging in value (£15m - £70m).

Key Requirements

• 5+ years' experience working as a Quantity Surveyor for a Tier 1 / Main Contractor
• Strong knowledge of commercial and construction contracts such as JCT
• Preferred background in build or large fit out construction projects
• Good communicator, able to deal with a range of people, tasks and obligations
• Well organised, self-starter, able to implement procedures and effectively manage all aspects of the works
• Commercial knowledge and ability to negotiate terms with a range of parties

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor
• Submission of interim payment applications
• Preparation of monthly cost and value reconciliation reports / Project cost control
• Assisting with all commercial aspects of allocated projects
• Preparation and submission of interim valuations
• Manage and value variations
• Attend meetings for the agreement of final accounts
• Post contract liaison with clients
• Sub-contract negotiation and letting
• Joint responsibility of managing contract costs including payments to sub-contractors
• Assist with the management of contractual documentation and letters / Understanding of sub-contracts
• Placing sub-contract orders

Contacts to Apply

• Sam Hunter - Associate Director: 07539 430 376
• Cameron Lally - Senior Resourcer: 07917 900 656