Job Title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Location: South of Inverness
Start Date: October 2025
Duration: Long-term (2–3 years)
Working Hours: Full-time, site-based
Rotation: Monday to Friday
Overview:
Corrie Recruitment are currently recruiting for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our client and support a large-scale civils project that would be ideally suited to a self-employed professional seeking long-term project continuity.
This temporary role is an excellent opportunity to be part of a major civils development, working closely with senior commercial staff to ensure effective cost management and delivery of key project milestones.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assisting with measurement, valuation, and cost control of project works
• Supporting senior surveyors in preparing tender and contract documents
• Monitoring costs, variations, and progress against budgets
• Preparing and processing interim applications for payment
• Maintaining strong communication with project teams, subcontractors, and clients
• Ensuring commercial and contractual compliance at all stages
Requirements:
• Previous experience in a Quantity Surveying role, ideally within civils projects
• Degree or HNC in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a commercial team
• Self-motivated with excellent communication and organisational skills
• Must be open to working on a self-employed basis
Package Includes:
• Long-term role on a high-profile civils project (2–3 years)
• Competitive day rate (self-employed) – negotiable depending on experience
• Opportunity for career progression on a large-scale infrastructure project
• Stability and continuity with a reputable contractor
To apply please email your fully up-to-date CV
Corrie Recruitment Ltd operates as an Employment Agency and as an Employment Business. You must be a UK resident or have proof of right to work in the UK