Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Job Title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Glasgow. On site

Salary: Circa £45,000 depending on experience

Who We Are

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

The role as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor sits within a team responsible for the commercial management of major on‑site subcontracts, supporting the successful delivery of the T26 Global Combat Ship Major Programme of Works. The team works closely with project, engineering, and site stakeholders to ensure subcontract activities are effectively controlled, commercially compliant, and delivered in line with programme, cost, and contractual objectives.

Core Duties

• Lead day-to-day commercial administration of NEC4 major subcontract packages
• Manage Early Warning processes, including coordination of responses and support to risk reduction meetings
• Draft, assess, negotiate, and agree Compensation Events in line with NEC4 requirements
• Provide clear commercial advice and reporting to support programme decision-making

Essential Skills

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related discipline
• Quantity Surveying experience within a relevant sector such as the Construction industry, or holds major project experience
• Knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 Contract Administration/management in major project environment

The Team

This is an excellent time to join the team as the programme continues to mature, offering the opportunity to apply your expertise and contribute directly to the successful delivery of one of the UK’s largest and most significant defence programmes. The Type 26 Global Combat Ship is a highly capable, multi‑mission warship designed to support anti‑submarine warfare, air defence, and general‑purpose operations across the world’s oceans.

You will be working in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment that demands a proactive approach, strong commercial awareness, and the confidence to manage and resolve complex commercial challenges while supporting programme objectives.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A Place Where Everyone Can Thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 2nd September 2026. Interviews for this position will take place W/C 14th September 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.