Site Quantity Surveyor

Company: NRL
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Location: Scotland
Job Description:

Job Title

Site-Based Quantity Surveyor

Location

Isle of Skye, Scotland

Contract Length

2 Years

Day Rate

£500-£575 per day (can be paid via Construction Industry Scheme)

Working Pattern

10 days on 4 days off

Key Responsibilities

  • Preparing and managing project budgets and cost forecasts.
  • Oversee all aspects of quantity surveying on major T&D projects
  • Measuring and valuing completed works.
  • Managing subcontractor procurement and contracts.
  • Administering NEC3/NEC4 contracts (commonly used in UK utilities projects).
  • Commercial management of contractors and subcontractors.
  • Raising and managing Compensation Events (CEs) and Early Warnings (EWs).
  • Producing monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs).
  • Managing applications for payment and final accounts.
  • Identifying and mitigating commercial risks.
  • Supporting tendering and estimating activities.
  • Working closely with Project Managers, Engineers, and Clients to ensure projects are delivered within budget.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor on major civil, M&E, or energy/infrastructure projects.
  • Strong working knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts.
  • Previous experience in substation projects or similar power/energy infrastructure (highly desirable).
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and reporting skills.
  • Cost forecasting and financial reporting.
  • Ability to work site-based on the Isle of Skye during work rotaion.

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive day rate of £500-£575, can be engaged (CIS).
  • Long-term 2-year contract with consistent work.
  • Opportunity to work on significant infrastructure projects in the energy sector.

About NRL

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future. We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer. You can ensure you stay safe when job searching online by visiting the JobsAware website.

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Posted: October 8th, 2026