Head of Quantity Surveyor

Overview

In this senior commercial leadership role, you own the financial and contractual success of major civil projects for a Tier 1 contractor. You will steer commercial performance, contract administration, and risk management while driving improvements and mentoring the surveying team. The position combines strategic oversight with hands-on leadership on site visits across Scotland, contributing to stable delivery of time, cost, and quality objectives. You’ll work to secure best-value outcomes and represent a strong commercial function within the business.

Pay / Benefits

• Annual bonus up to 15%
• Company car (subject to mileage)
• 28 days annual leave plus holidays
• Double-match pension scheme up to 12%
• Private healthcare and travel insurance
• Death-in-service cover (10x salary)

Responsibilities

• Drive commercial performance across a diverse portfolio of projects
• Oversee contract administration and resolve contractual challenges
• Manage financial reporting, validate payments, and maintain budget control
• Support tender reviews and negotiations for best-value outcomes
• Contribute to risk management strategies and maintain risk registers
• Lead resolution of complex disputes and ensure fair outcomes
• Champion continuous improvement in quantity surveying processes
• Mentor and develop junior team members and promote growth

Key requirements

• Hands-on experience with NEC two-stage contracts or similar
• Strong knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 (Options A, C & E)
• Proven track record in managing commercial portfolios and complex relationships
• Experience in dispute resolution
• Full UK driving licence

• Leadership experience in dispersed teams
• Strategic decision-making
• Mentoring and team development
• NEC2/NEC3/NEC4 contract knowledge (Options A, C & E)
• Contract administration
• Financial reporting and budget control

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