Quantity Surveyor: Drive Cost Control on Community Homes

McTaggart Construction; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run construction business in Scotland is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. The role involves monitoring project costs, supporting financial reports, and assisting with budgeting and forecasting. Ideal candidates will have experience in similar roles, strong organizational and communication skills, and a full UK driving licence. This position offers an opportunity to contribute positively to community-focused projects and be part of a supportive team committed to quality work.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor on medium-sized jobs or several smaller projects.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office.
• Clear communication skills and a steady, organised approach.
• Strong organisational skills and practical problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Monitor project costs and support financial reports.
• Assist with valuations, budgets and forecasting.
• Work with Operations and Procurement to keep projects moving.
• Support management of subcontractor packages.
• Join meetings to share updates and offer support.
• Help ensure contract and compliance requirements are met.

Skills

Experience as a Quantity Surveyor

Confidence using Microsoft Office

Clear communication skills

Organisational skills

Practical approach to problem-solving

Full UK driving licence

Job description

McTaggart Construction is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join our growing commercial team.

You’ll help keep our new projects in Central Scotland and the Borders on firm ground — supporting cost control, reviewing contracts, checking progress and offering clear, honest reporting. The role involves working closely with colleagues on site and in the office, building trusted relationships and making sure information is accurate and up to date.

Our work is rooted in community, consistency and doing things the right way. If you want to be part of supportive team that takes pride in delivering quality homes this could be the right place for you.

Main responsibilities

• Monitor project costs and support financial reports.
• Assist with valuations, budgets and forecasting.
• Work with Operations and Procurement to keep projects moving.
• Support the management of subcontractor packages.
• Join meetings when required to share updates and offer support.
• Help ensure contract and compliance requirements are met.

What you’ll bring

• Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor on medium‑sized jobs or several smaller projects.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office.
• Clear communication skills and a steady, organised approach.
• Strong organisational skills and a practical approach to problem‑solving.
• A full UK driving licence.

We’re a family‑run business built on honesty, teamwork and long‑standing relationships. We look after our people, support growth and encourage a sense of belonging. Your work will help make a positive difference to the communities we build in.

How to Apply:

At McTaggart, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you’re self-motivated, results-driven, and ready to inspire others, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply via LinkedIn or email your CV to our recruitment team at [e-mail] or call us on 01294 832195 for a confidential conversation about this role.

Please note, we are seeking direct applications only at this time. No agency CVs will be accepted for this role. Should we require assistance in filling the position, we will reach out to our existing agency partners.