Streamline Search Ltd
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
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Location: Hamilton, South Lanarkshire
Company Salary: £30000 - £40000 per annum
Our client is a well-established and highly respected structural steel contractor, delivering major building, infrastructure, and industrial projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team and support the successful delivery of large-scale steelwork and construction projects.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious commercial professional looking to develop their career within a leading structural steel contractor. Working alongside experienced Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers, the successful candidate will assist with cost control, contract administration, valuations, and commercial reporting, gaining exposure to all aspects of the commercial project lifecycle.
Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Position Remuneration
- Competitive salary depending on experience
- Excellent training and long-term career progression within a growing structural steel contractor
- Supportive commercial team with strong internal collaboration
- Exposure to major UK projects across construction and steelwork
- 30 days annual leave plus private medical insurance with cinema, entertainment, and gym discounts
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Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Position Overview
- Assist with the commercial delivery of large-scale structural steel and construction projects
- Support the management of project costs from tender through to final account
- Assist in preparing valuations, variations, and applications for payment
- Help review contracts and ensure commercial compliance
- Liaise with project teams, clients, and subcontractors to support commercial activities
- Prepare commercial documentation including cost reports, forecasts, and project records
- Support procurement activities and subcontractor administration
- Develop commercial knowledge while working closely with experienced Quantity Surveyors
- Contribute to the continued success and growth of a respected structural steel contractor
Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Position Requirements
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- Previous experience within a construction, commercial, or quantity surveying role, or a relevant Quantity Surveying qualification
- Understanding of commercial processes and cost control within the construction industry
- Eagerness to develop knowledge of valuations, variations, and contract administration
- Good organisational skills with strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with industry software would be advantageous
- A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop professionally
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
Streamline Search is a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the United Kingdom. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR, by applying to this post you are granting us consent to process your data and contact you in relation to this application.
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