Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Brandon James Ltd : Job Details

A top-tier, award-winning Construction & Property Consultancy is looking for an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their fast-growing Edinburgh office.

Working across high-profile projects in Healthcare, Education, Residential, Retail, and Hospitality, this is an incredible opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor ready to take the next step with a dynamic, multidisciplinary team.

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor Role

As Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you'll work alongside experienced professionals on exciting projects ranging from £1m to £25m. You'll gain hands-on experience across all stages - from cost planning to delivery - while expanding into Project Management and Employer's Agent duties.

This role offers real variety, genuine career progression, and the chance to tailor your path based on your ambitions.

Why Join?

• Industry-leading APC support: 1-2-1 mentoring, mock exams, study leave, and a standout pass rate
• Exposure to a diverse project portfolio
• Hybrid working with tech provided
• Culture of learning, growth, and long-term progression

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Requirements

• Previous Quantity Surveying experience within a UK Construction Consultancy (1-2 years ideally)
• A BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying ideally or other Construction related degree
• Eager to work towards APC and obtain chartership
• Basic pre and post contract experience
• Able to commute to Edinburgh

In Return?

• £28,000 - £38,000
• RICS APC support & mentoring
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Flexible working
• Pension
• Laptop & smart phone to facilitate home working under flexible hybrid working policy
• Long term career progression
• Varied project workload
• Professional subscriptions paid
• Profit share scheme
• Milage
• Company social events

If you are a Quantity Surveyor currently considering your career options, contact Jessica Lawrence at Brandon James.

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Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Cost Manager / Assistant Cost Consultant / AQS / PQS / Quantity Surveying / MRICS / Cost Management