Electrical Quantity Surveyor – HV Substations, Scotland

Kirby Group Engineering; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirby Group Engineering in Glasgow seeks an Electrical Quantity Surveyor with substations experience to support commercial delivery of HV electrical projects. You will cost, administer contracts, manage valuations and ensure timely, on-budget project execution.

Join a vibrant, agile team delivering high-value engineering services across sectors. Apply to contribute to accuracy, risk management and proactive commercial leadership in a multinational contractor with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3rd level qualification in Construction Economics / Quantity Surveying.
• Prior work placement experience would be advantageous.
• Proficient in Excel.
• Knowledge of contract conditions and their applications.
• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills.
• Excellent record keeping and administration skills.

Responsibilities

• Skilled in budgeting, reporting, developing BOQs and profit plans.
• Undertake and manage interim commercial meetings with the Client and Internal Project Team. Report in detail as required for the Project Manager on the commercial status of the project.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, interim valuations and final accounts; ensure payment certificates are processed and payments made per terms.
• Administer contract obligations and prepare interim and final accounts and progress applications; include remeasurements and contract claims.
• Identify escalations, material or labour, as appropriate; report to Senior Management.
• Collaborate with Planning Engineer to ensure accuracy of progress reporting.
• Cost and agree daily work changes, including remeasurement and dayworks.
• Maintain accurate records and provide detailed backup to support costing.
• Work on own initiative and prioritise without direction; ensure timely information.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of contract conditions

Education

3rd level qualification in Construction Economics / Quantity Surveying

Tools

Excel

Job description

Kirby Group Engineering in Glasgow seeks an Electrical Quantity Surveyor with substations experience to support commercial delivery of HV electrical projects. You will cost, administer contracts, manage valuations and ensure timely, on-budget project execution.

Join a vibrant, agile team delivering high-value engineering services across sectors. Apply to contribute to accuracy, risk management and proactive commercial leadership in a multinational contractor with growth opportunities.