Quantity Surveyor

Overview

In this role you will manage the commercial and financial performance of civil engineering and infrastructure projects in Scotland, ensuring contractual compliance and successful delivery. You will work closely with project teams and clients to monitor costs and cash flow, prepare or negotiate interim valuations and final accounts, and manage subcontractor relationships. The position offers strong growth within a growing infrastructure business with a focus on diverse rail and infrastructure work. You will be empowered to shape commercial outcomes and support project success through proactive cost control and risk management.

Pay / Benefits

• competitive salary and benefits package
• excellent opportunities for professional development
• long-term career progression within a supportive team

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial and financials of civil engineering and infrastructure projects from inception to completion
• Prepare, submit and agree interim valuations, applications for payment and final accounts
• Monitor project costs, budgets, forecasts and cash flow to meet commercial targets
• Manage subcontractor procurement, valuations, payments and final account negotiations
• Identify and manage contractual risks, variations, compensation events and change control
• Build strong relationships with project managers, site teams, clients, subcontractors and other stakeholders

Key requirements

• Previous experience in a Quantity Surveying or commercial role within civil engineering, rail, infrastructure or related construction environment
• Good understanding of commercial management, cost control, valuations and final accounts
• Knowledge of construction contracts, ideally NEC3/NEC4, and experience managing contractual changes
• Strong communication, negotiation and analytical skills, with the ability to work effectively alongside operational teams
• Proactive and commercially focused approach, with excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

• Strong communication
• Negotiation
• Analytical thinking
• NEC3/NEC4 contract knowledge
• Cost control and final accounts
• Valuations and payments management

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