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Job Title :Quantity Surveyor
Job Location: Glasgow
Job Salary : Up to £55, 000 + Car Allowance + Pension + Private Medical
Role Overview
We are seeking a motivated Quantity Surveyor to join a well‑established construction business delivering a diverse portfolio of projects across Scotland. The role offers the opportunity to support and manage commercial activity across projects from pre‑construction through to completion, working closely with senior commercial and project teams.
This position provides exposure to one of the largest construction pipelines currently in Scotland, including involvement in the exciting and fast‑growing Data Centre market. It is well suited to a commercially aware professional looking to develop their experience on high‑value, technically challenging projects within a supportive and progressive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial & Financial Management
1. Assisting with the commercial management of construction projects
2. Supporting preparation and tracking of project budgets and cost forecasts
3. Assisting with CVRs, financial reporting, and cash flow forecasting
4. Monitoring costs, risks, and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle
5. Supporting value engineering and cost improvement initiatives
Procurement & Supply Chain
6. Assisting with procurement of subcontractors and suppliers
7. Preparing tender enquiries, analysing returns, and supporting subcontract awards
8. Ongoing commercial administration of subcontract packages
9. Assisting with negotiation and agreement of subcontract variations and final accounts
Contract Administration
10. Supporting administration of construction contracts (e.g. JCT or similar)
11. Preparing and assessing interim valuations and payment applications
12. Recording and assisting assessment of variations and change control
13. Supporting preparation and agreement of final accounts
Stakeholder & Team Support
14. Working collaboratively with project teams, consultants, and supply chain partners
15. Supporting Senior Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers across key project activities
16. Developing strong professional relationships both internally and externally
Skills & Experience
Essential
17. Experience in a Quantity Surveying or Assistant Quantity Surveying role within a construction environment
18. Understanding of construction commercial processes and cost control
19. Familiarity with standard forms of construction contract
20. Strong numerical, analytical, and organisational skills
21. Good communication and interpersonal abilities
22. Proactive and willing to learn
Desirable
23. Experience on commercial, residential, or technically complex projects
24. Exposure to large‑scale or high‑value developments
25. Working towards a professional qualification (MRICS, MCIOB, or equivalent)
What’s on Offer
26. Salary between £40,000 and £55,000, depending on experience
27. 5% employer pension contribution
28. Car allowance
29. Private medical insurance
30. Opportunity to work on one of Scotland’s largest construction pipelines
31. Exposure to innovative and future‑focused sectors, including the Data Centre market
32. Structured career development and progression opportunities
33. Supportive and collaborative team culture