Professional Quantity Surveyor

EH20 group; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing construction cost consultancy in Scotland is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to support projects across sectors. The role offers hybrid working, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package. Ideal candidates will possess an honours degree in Quantity Surveying and demonstrate ambition for professional growth. Experience as a Private Quantity Surveyor is preferred but not essential.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Support for APC / RICS fees

26 days annual leave plus public holidays

Pension contribution

City center parking permit

Qualifications

• Previous PQS experience preferred but not essential.
• Keen to start APC.
• Proven track record in team mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Run projects independently with accountability.
• Prepare tender documents and support business development.
• Contribute to complex project delivery.
• Manage and mentor trainees.
• Ensure projects adhere to cost and time targets.

Skills

Experience as a Private Quantity Surveyor

Chartered or working towards chartership

Ability to work independently

Strong teamworking skills

Career ambition and professional progression

Full driving licence

Education

Honours degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a growing construction cost consultancy in the Central Belt of Scotland. The role is suitable for candidates with previous PQS experience, though this is not essential. Non-chartered candidates are welcome as excellent support is provided towards chartered status.

The position offers hybrid working, a competitive salary, and a strong benefits package.

About the Role

• Pre- and post-contract duties as a Quantity Surveyor / Cost Consultant.
• Acting as Employer's Agent on Design and Build contracts.
• Occasionally acting as Contract Administrator in addition to QS duties.
• Working on projects across both the public and private sectors.
• Supporting multiple projects independently while contributing to team delivery.

Responsibilities

• Running projects independently with accountability for outcomes.
• Preparing tender documents and supporting business development activities.
• Contributing to complex project delivery as part of a team.
• Managing and mentoring trainees to support their development.
• Ensuring projects adhere to cost, quality, and time targets.

Skills Required

• Experience as a Private Quantity Surveyor (preferred but not essential).
• Chartered, working towards chartership, or keen to start APC.
• Ability to work independently on projects.
• Strong teamworking skills and experience supporting trainee development.
• Career ambition and desire for professional progression.
• Full driving licence and access to a car.

Qualifications

• Honours degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.

Compensation Package

• Hybrid working with flexible office arrangements.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Support for APC / RICS fees.
• City centre parking permit.
• Pension contribution.
• 26 days annual leave plus public holidays (flexible allocation).