Lead Quantity Surveyor – Structural Steel Projects

Streamline Search Ltd; Scotland; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days leave

Private medical insurance

Job summary

Streamline Search Ltd in the UK partners with a well-established structural steel contractor to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor. You will support commercial delivery on large‑scale projects, manage cost control, valuations, variations and procurement, and provide commercial guidance throughout the project lifecycle.

Based in South Lanarkshire, the role offers a competitive £50,000–£60,000 salary, 30 days leave, and private medical insurance with cinema, entertainment and gym discounts.

Qualifications

• Proven Quantity Surveyor experience within construction or steelwork.
• Strong understanding of commercial processes and cost control.
• Ability to manage valuations, variations and financial reporting.
• Experience reviewing contracts and ensuring compliance.
• Competence in procurement and subcontractor engagement.
• Excellent communication skills with clients and internal teams.
• Strong analytical ability and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently within a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Support commercial delivery of large‑scale structural steel and construction projects.
• Manage project costs from tender through to final account.
• Handle valuations and variations and prepare applications for payment.
• Review and administer contracts to ensure compliance.
• Liaise with project teams to resolve commercial queries.
• Prepare commercial documentation including cost reports and forecasts.
• Provide commercial guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support long‑term business growth within a reputable contractor.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost control

Valuations

Contract administration

Procurement

Communication

Analytical thinking

MS Office

Driving licence

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Streamline Search Ltd in the UK partners with a well-established structural steel contractor to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor. You will support commercial delivery on large‑scale projects, manage cost control, valuations, variations and procurement, and provide commercial guidance throughout the project lifecycle.

Based in South Lanarkshire, the role offers a competitive £50,000–£60,000 salary, 30 days leave, and private medical insurance with cinema, entertainment and gym discounts.