Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Assistant Quantity SurveyorAberdeen | Large Main Contractor | Education ProjectsCompetitive + Benefits

Hays Construction is delighted to be working in partnership with a major UK main contractor to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor for their busy and well established Aberdeen office.
With a strong pipeline of secured work, the company is seeking an enthusiastic and career driven Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. The initial project will be a large, high profile educational development, offering excellent exposure and structured support.

Your New Role

Reporting directly to an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor and Managing Surveyor, you will support the commercial delivery of a major education project from early stages through to completion.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with cost control, valuations and reporting
• Supporting the preparation of subcontract packages and procurement activities
• Assisting with interim valuations, final accounts and variations
• Working closely with site, design and commercial teams
• Learning commercial best practice within a controlled, supportive environment

This role offers a genuine opportunity to develop technical and commercial skills while working alongside highly experienced professionals.

What You'll Need to Succeed

To be successful in this role, you will ideally:

• Be degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Have some professional experience within a main contracting or construction environment
• Demonstrate strong numeracy, organisation and communication skills
• Be proactive, eager to learn and motivated to progress professionally
• Have an interest in commercial management of large construction projects

What You'll Get in Return

You will be joining a national contractor with an excellent reputation for developing talent and promoting from within. In return, you can expect:

• A competitive salary with an attractive benefits package
• Structured mentoring from Senior and Managing Surveyors
• Exposure to large‑scale educational and public sector projects
• Long‑term career progression opportunities
• A supportive and professional working environment in Aberdeen

What You Need to Do Now

If you're an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step in your career with a leading main contractor, apply now or contact Hays Construction in confidence.If this role isn't quite right, but you're considering new commercial opportunities in the Aberdeen market, we would still welcome a confidential discussion

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