Assistant Quantity Surveyor

J47448Assistant Quantity Surveyor Location:Edinburgh Contract Type:Permanent Working Hours:Full-time Salary: £27k - 30k per year

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Assistant Quantity Surveyor

£27k - 30k per year

Edinburgh

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£50k - 60k per year

Inverness

Apply Assistant Quantity Surveyor Location: Edinburgh Salary: £27k - 30k per year Reference: J47448 Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: Full-time Created: 12th November 2026 Closing: 10th December 2026Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor

Location: Edinburgh

Contract Scotland are delighted to be working with our client to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and developing business, offering the chance to work on a varied range of projects while developing your commercial skills and progressing your career within the construction industry.

Ideally, our client is looking for someone with a few years’ experience in a Quantity Surveying or commercial role who is ready to take the next step in their career. However, they would also be keen to hear from ambitious individuals looking to develop their experience and build a long-term career in Quantity Surveying.

The Role

Working closely with the wider commercial and project teams, your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the commercial management of construction projects.

• Preparing and reviewing cost estimates and budgets.

• Assisting with the preparation and submission of valuations.

• Monitoring project costs and expenditure.

• Supporting subcontractor procurement and payment processes.

• Reviewing subcontractor quotations and variations.

• Assisting with the management of variations and final accounts.

• Maintaining accurate commercial records and project documentation.

• Liaising with clients, subcontractors and internal project teams.

About You

Our client is keen to speak with candidates who have:

• Previous experience in a Quantity Surveying or commercial role, ideally a few years.

• A good understanding of construction processes and commercial principles.

• Strong numerical, organisational and communication skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach.

• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• A genuine interest in developing their career and taking on additional responsibility.

A relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management would be advantageous, although practical experience, attitude and potential are equally important.

What’s on Offer?

• The opportunity to join a growing and ambitious business.

• Exposure to a varied range of projects.

• A supportive working environment with experienced colleagues.

• Ongoing training and professional development.

• Genuine opportunities for career progression.

• A competitive salary, dependent on experience.

Interested?

Whether you’re an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking for your next move or a Trainee Quantity Surveyor ready to take the next step, we’d love to hear from you.

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.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Looking to take the next step in your Quantity Surveying career? Whether you’re an experienced Trainee QS ready to progress or an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking for a fresh challenge, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Contract Scotland are recruiting on behalf of a growing construction business in the East of Scotland, offering the chance to develop your commercial experience and build a long-term career.