Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Gibson Recruitment Limited; Inverurie; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established Building & Civil Engineering contractor is looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor for a permanent role based in Aberdeen. The successful candidate will assist with Sub-Contract agreements and prepare Interim Valuations, among other responsibilities. Ideal candidates will be working towards a BSc in Quantity Surveying and possess strong analytical and communication skills. This role offers real career progression in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Working towards a BSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
• Relevant industry experience ideally preferred.
• Ability to work on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Assist on Sub-Contract agreements to maximize profit.
• Prepare Interim Valuations with Senior Surveyor.
• Report job performance via cost/value comparisons.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Numeracy skills

Education

BSc Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Assistant Quantity Surveyor — Permanent | Location: Aberdeen | Salary: £negotiable DOE | Ref: GR1481

Gibson Recruitment Limited

Your new company & role

An established Building & Civil Engineering contractor who, due to a period of sustained growth, have a requirement for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding business who can offer real career progression opportunities and have a demonstrable track record of promoting from within.

Responsibilities

• Assisting on Sub-Contract agreements maximising profit
• Attending, contributing to, and minuting Internal Team Meetings
• Keeping master files of correspondence on contract
• Preparing Interim Valuations with Senior Surveyor and agreeing amounts for payment
• Informing Sub-Contractors of Contract variations
• Valuing variations
• Pricing
• Reporting to Senior Surveyor on job performance via cost/value comparisons
• Preparing Surveying Reports

Qualifications & Requirements

• BSc Quantity Surveying, or equivalent (or working towards achieving)
• Relevant industry experience (ideally)
• Good analytical & problem-solving skills
• A methodical approach
• Excellent numeracy skills
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in relevant computer programmes (Microsoft Word, Excel etc.)

What to Do Now

Please apply now with your most up to date CV or call Graeme on the details below for more information. If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, do not hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.