Assistant Quantity Surveyor

ZipRecruiter; Inverurie; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing contracting company is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Aberdeen. This permanent role offers the chance for significant career progression within a supportive environment. Key responsibilities include assisting with sub-contract agreements and preparing valuations. Ideal candidates should possess a BSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent, alongside strong analytical and numeracy skills.

Qualifications

• Relevant industry experience preferred.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Methodical approach required.

Responsibilities

• Assist on Sub-Contract agreements maximising profit.
• Prepare Interim Valuations with Senior Surveyor.
• Report to Senior Surveyor on job performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Numeracy skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

BSc Quantity Surveying or equivalent (or working towards)

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

The successful candidate will possess

• 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.