Assistant Quantity Surveyor — Mentored Career Growth

CR Smith; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days paid annual leave

Company pension contribution

Dedicated in‑office GP access

Subsidised meals at staff bistro

Structured induction and mentoring

Funded professional development

Clear career progression

Hands‑on major contract experience

Discounts on Lorimer windows & doors

Long‑term stability with established品牌

Job summary

CR Smith in Dunfermline is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our expanding Commercial Team. You will gain hands-on experience across the full contract lifecycle on major housebuilders, local authorities and commercial clients across Scotland and Northern England.

Reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will receive structured mentoring and real responsibility as your skills develop, building a rewarding long-term career with a trusted Scottish brand.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline and some experience with commercial contracts within construction.
• Applications welcome from those at an earlier career stage showing potential and commitment to develop within the profession.

Responsibilities

• Support the commercial management of multiple contracts.
• Prepare valuations and assist with variations and final accounts.
• Contribute to contract mobilisation and subcontractor procurement.
• Assist with forecasting, budgeting and commercial reporting.
• Engage with clients, senior management and supply‑chain partners.
• Help improve commercial systems and working practices.

Skills

Numerical skills

Commercial awareness

Organised & detail‑oriented

Team player

Willing to learn

Strong communication

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CR Smith in Dunfermline is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our expanding Commercial Team. You will gain hands-on experience across the full contract lifecycle on major housebuilders, local authorities and commercial clients across Scotland and Northern England.

Reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will receive structured mentoring and real responsibility as your skills develop, building a rewarding long-term career with a trusted Scottish brand.