Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor

Contract Scotland; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established civil engineering contractor in Glasgow is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. The successful candidate will manage financial aspects of various projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget. This role offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career progression within the growing sector of renewable energy and infrastructure.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Company car or car allowance

Professional working environment

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying (Degree or HNC/HND).
• Previous experience in a similar role within civil engineering.
• Experience on renewable energy, substation, wind farm, or infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial control systems and records.
• Prepare monthly cost-value reconciliations (CVRs) under supervision.
• Assist with valuations and support certification and payment processes.
• Support the management and recording of variations to contracts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Cost management software

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Build Your Career in Renewable and Infrastructure Projects

Location: Glassgow (with travel to projects throughout Scotland)

Employment Type: Permanent Full-time

Sector: Civil Engineering Energy, Renewables, Infrastructure

About the Opportunity

On behalf of our client, a well-established and reputable Civil Engineering Contractor operating predominantly within the energy and renewables sector, we are seeking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team in Glasgow on a permanent basis.

This is an exciting time to join the business as it continues to expand across multiple civil engineering disciplines, including wind farms, renewables, highways, and infrastructure projects. You ll be part of a dynamic, approachable, and experienced team, offering excellent opportunities for professional development and long-term career progression.

Role Overview

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will work closely with senior commercial staff and operational teams to manage the financial and contractual aspects of multiple projects from tender stage through to final account. You ll play an integral role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial control systems and records.
• Prepare monthly cost-value reconciliations (CVRs) under supervision.
• Assist with valuations and support certification and payment processes.
• Support the management and recording of variations to contracts.
• Contribute to cost and value forecasts with guidance from senior QS staff.
• Support operational teams with procurement of labour, materials, and subcontractors.
• Review and vet quotations to ensure compliance with specifications and value for money.
• Assist with preparation of final accounts.
• Maintain and support management of subcontractor account records.

About You

You ll bring a proactive and methodical approach, with strong attention to detail and great interpersonal skills.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying (Degree or HNC/HND).
• Previous experience in a similar role within civil engineering.
• Experience on renewable energy, substation, wind farm, or infrastructure projects (highly desirable).
• Strong organisational skills, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in cost management and related software.Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required.

What s on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of civil engineering and renewable energy projects.
• Supportive, professional, and forward-thinking working environment.
• Excellent scope for progression within a company that continues to grow.

How to Apply

If you re an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to progress your career with a leading civil engineering contractor, we d love to hear from you.

Please apply with your most recent CV, or for a confidential discussion, contact Adam Rahma on (phone number removed), quoting reference J46236.

Legal Information

We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.