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Edinburgh (projects across the Central Belt).Car or Allowance + Training + Excellent Benefits.This is a great opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join a long-established main contractor where you will be working within an established commercial team delivering a variety of projects.Are you an Ass

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Edinburgh (projects across the Central Belt) £40,000 - £50,000 + Car or Allowance + Training + Excellent Benefits This is a great opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join a long-established main contractor where you will be working within an established

Major Construction Projects | Edinburgh A leading main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of large-scale, high-value construction projects across Edinburgh. This is a real opportunity for a commercially driven Senior Quantity Surveyor who enjoys being on site, leading packages, and taking real ownership of project commercial performance from start to finish. The Role Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will be responsible for the full commercial management of major projects, typically from pre-construction through to final account. Key duties will include: * Full commercial responsibility for major construction projects * Managing cost plans, budgets, forecasts and CVRs * Procurement and commercial management of key subcontract packages * Valuations, variations, change control and final accounts * Managing subcontractor relationships and commercial risk * Producing accurate monthly commercial reports * Working closely with site and project teams to drive performance * Supporting and mentoring Assistant and Intermediate QS staff Candidate Requirements * Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or experienced Project QS with a main contractor * Track record delivering large or complex construction projects * Strong knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts * Confident managing subcontractors and negotiating commercial outcomes * Ability to operate autonomously on live construction projects between £20M & £50M * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills * Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline * MRICS or progression towards chartership is advantageous, but not essential What’s on Offer * Competitive salary plus attractive benefits package * Long-term pipeline of work in and around Edinburgh * Opportunity to work on high-profile, technically challenging projects * Stable, well-resourced contractor with strong commercial leadership * Clear progression to Commercial Manager for the right individual Apply If you are a Senior Quantity Surveyor with main contractor experience and are considering your next move in the Edinburgh market, please apply with confidence. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence

Job Title: Senior Highways Quantity Surveyor Location: Edinburgh Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 + car allowance & benefits Purpose of the Role This is a senior-level opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to take a leading role in the commercial management of highways projects and frameworks. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will provide strong commercial leadership, mentor and develop junior team members, and work closely with operational and client teams to ensure robust commercial control, profitability, and long-term client relationships. Key Responsibilities Commercial & Cost Management ·Lead the preparation, review, and management of detailed cost estimates, budgets, and forecasts. ·Maintain full commercial responsibility from tender stage through to final account settlement. ·Monitor project expenditure, analyse variances, and implement cost control and value engineering measures. ·Manage work in progress to achieve and maintain accurate cash flow forecasts. ·Produce, review, and present accurate monthly CVRs and financial reports to senior management. ·Proactively manage and agree Compensation Events (CEs), maintaining accurate CE registers via CEMAR or equivalent systems. Contract Administration ·Oversee the preparation and administration of contract documentation, including bills of quantities and scopes of work. ·Provide expert oversight of NEC contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual, legal, and company requirements. ·Lead the management of variations, claims, and dispute resolution where required. ·Ensure timely applications for payment and responses to client queries to protect cash flow and commercial position. Client & Stakeholder Engagement ·Act as a senior commercial point of contact for clients, consultants, and key stakeholders. ·Build and maintain strong, collaborative client relationships while protecting company commercial interests. ·Represent the business at client meetings, commercial reviews, and progress meetings. ·Ensure a professional, solutions-focused approach to client and stakeholder challenges. Leadership & Team Development ·Lead, mentor, and develop assistant and intermediate quantity surveyors. ·Promote best practice, commercial awareness, and continuous improvement within the team. ·Foster a collaborative, high-performing commercial team culture. Qualifications & Experience Education: ·BSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent (RICS accreditation desirable but not essential). Experience: ·Significant post-qualified experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or highways infrastructure. ·Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts; experience using CEMAR is highly desirable. ·Experience working within self-delivery or principal contractor environments is advantageous. Personal Attributes ·Confident, professional, and commercially astute. ·Strong leadership and mentoring capability. ·High levels of integrity, discretion, and professionalism. ·Proactive, solutions-driven, and client-focused. FOOTNOTE If you feel you are technically suitable for this role, but the salary, location, or seniority does not align perfectly with your requirements, we would still encourage you to submit your CV. We regularly recruit for similar roles across the UK at various levels and are always happy to have a confidential discussion about your career plans. Even if you are currently happy in your role, we welcome conversations with Highways professionals looking to build relationships for future opportunities. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is one of the fastest growing in the UK, with a specialist team offering over 100 years of combined market experience. For more information, please contact Jordan Townley at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or email (url removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data may be shared with relevant third-party clients. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us

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Tier 2 Main Contractor based in West Sussex covering New Build & Refurbishment Projects in the Education, Commercial, Healthcare, Residential, Listed Buildings and Sports & Leisure Sectors ranging from £500k - £6m in value are looking to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor. Working alongside a

Job Title: Assistant Quantity SurveyorLocation: LincolnSalary: CompetitiveJob Type: This is a full time, permanent role.

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The Company:We are working with a leading national contractor whose Manchester Office has created a greatreputation for delivering varied and interesting projects for clients based in the North West of England.They have excellent relationships with their clients that means they enjoy a good proporti

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Assistant Quantity Surveyor Newport Data CentreWe are currently partnering with a leading Contractor who are active across the UK and Europe. Due to continued success, they are looking to further strengthen their team with an experienced Assistant Quantity Su.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor £24m Distribution Centre, Norwich Location: Flexible, to be discussed based on candidateContract Type: Full-time, permanentIndustry: Construction / Industrial & Built EnvironmentSalary: £35,000 £45,000 + excellent benefits package We are seeking an Assistant Quantit

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Are you an Assistant or Junior Quantity Surveyor with previous construction experience looking for a long-term role within a respected contractor? Do you want to work on diverse project types while enjoying strong team culture, and a business that values doing things sustainably and respectfully?. T

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They are in the market for a freelance Assistant to Intermediate Quantity Surveyor to provide commercial support to one of their clients. My client is a leading commercial consultancy that offers Quantity Surveying services to contractors, local authorities and private entities.

A construction company in the United Kingdom is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial team in managing costs and procurement across multiple phases of a residential development project in Oxfordshire.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Edinburgh (projects across the Central Belt). Are you an Assistant or Junior Quantity Surveyor with previous construction experience looking for a long‑term role within a respected contractor? Do you want to work on diverse project types while enjoying strong team c

Who are Barhale? Barhale is a business founded on family values, having been established by our Chairman, Dennis Curran, in 1980.We are one of the largest privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialists in the UK, with over 40 years of experience in providing design, civil engineeri

Assistant Quantity Surveyor- London. Degree in Quantity Surveying (or working towards) OR ONC/HND in a related discipline. Commercial (Quantity Surveying).

A leading technical recruitment firm seeks an Assistant Quantity Surveyor in Edinburgh, covering projects across the Central Belt.

A leading engineering firm in the UK is searching for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to collaborate with teams in managing costs for significant infrastructure projects.

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor for a prestigious project in Exeter. This role involves assisting with measurements, preparing bills of quantities, and supporting the quantity surveyor in managing cost reports and valuations. The ideal candidate will have a d

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in supporting the commercial delivery of retail projects from tender through to completion. A degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.

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