Assistant Professor in Quantity Surveying

Assistant Professor in Quantity Surveying Join to apply for the Assistant Professor in Quantity Surveying role at Heriot-Watt University. Description Directorate: School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society Grade: Grade 7 - £37,694 - £47,389 / Grade 8 - £47,389 - £58,225 Contract Type: Full Time (1FTE), Open Ended Rewards and Benefits: 33 days annual leave, plus 9 building closed days (and Christmas Eve when it falls on a weekday) for all full time staff. The School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society (EGIS) is looking to recruit an Assistant Professor in Quantity Surveying to work at our Edinburgh campus. Areas of emphasis for applicants Quantity Surveying, Measurement and Commercial Management – expertise in all aspects of pre and post contract activities in the built environment sector Contract Administration, Procurement and Risk Management – advancement of this sector to face future challenges Carbon Accounting and Circular Economy – embracing sustainability for the Built Environment Digital Transformation of the Built Environment – embedding the 4th Industrial Revolution into teaching and research Applications are encouraged from early career academics seeking to establish and grow their reputation (grade 7) and established academics with an excellent career in research and education (grade 8). We seek a QS specialist rather than applicants from related but non‑QS disciplines. Key Duties and Responsibilities Carry out and publish internationally excellent research in construction and the built environment Win research funding through high‑quality grant proposals or industry funding, as part of a research group Undertake knowledge exchange activities to promote and disseminate research Develop and deliver innovative teaching in Quantity Surveying at undergraduate and postgraduate level, specifically in measurement and commercial management Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students’ work and take responsibility for dealing with referred issues regarding students within their own educational programmes Carry out such administrative and recruitment activities as may be required to achieve these aims Education, Qualifications and Experience Doctoral level education A growing track record of quantity surveying knowledge with ambition to apply this to research in related fields through professional practice experience and/or publications, citations, external invitations and research funding for grade 7, or a growing track record of research in quantity surveying and related fields for grade 8 Relevant experience to engage and innovate in our quantity surveying degree programmes Drive and commitment to contribute to the expansion of our successful programmes Essential Criteria First or Master’s degree in Quantity Surveying PhD in a built environment related discipline Track record of growing research profile with internationally recognised publications Track record of winning research funding commensurate with previous track record Skills to deliver innovative Quantity Surveying teaching and effectively supervise MSc students Excellent interpersonal and teamworking skills Desirable Criteria Experience of working with industry Track record of delivering innovations in teaching and research Membership of appropriate professional and/or academic societies Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy Ability to operate at the cross‑disciplinary boundaries of construction and related fields About Heriot‑Watt University Heriot‑Watt University has established a reputation for world‑class teaching and leading‑edge, relevant research, making it one of the top UK universities for innovation, business and industry. Heriot‑Watt University has five campuses: three in the UK (Edinburgh, Scottish Borders and Orkney), one in Dubai and one in Malaysia. The University offers a highly distinctive range of degree programmes in the specialist areas of science, engineering, design, business and languages. Heriot‑Watt is also Scotland's most international university, boasting the largest international student cohort. Institute of Sustainable Built Environment The Institute of Sustainable Built Environment (ISBE) undertakes multidisciplinary research in the areas of Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil and Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering and more. How to Apply Applications should be made using the Heriot‑Watt University online recruitment system and should include: (1) Cover letter indicating your interest and suitability for the post; (2) Up to date CV; (3) An outline of your research and teaching plans; (4) List of publications. Applications can be submitted up to midnight (UK time) on Sunday 4th January 2026. Informal enquiries may be made to Professor Omar Laghrouche (o.laghrouche@hw.ac.uk). Equality and Diversity Heriot‑Watt University is committed to securing equality of opportunity in employment and to the creation of an environment in which individuals are selected, trained, promoted, appraised and otherwise treated on the sole basis of their relevant merits and abilities. Equality and diversity are all about maximising potential and creating a culture of inclusion for all. Heriot‑Watt welcomes applications from all sectors of society, particularly from underrepresented groups. #J-18808-Ljbffr