Quantity Surveyor

Conrad Consulting Ltd; Dundee; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Conrad Consulting Ltd. is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a growing construction business, working across civil engineering and infrastructure projects. You will manage project commercial performance and collaborate with project teams, subcontractors and clients.

The role offers a path for progression in a supportive, forward‑looking environment with a focus on cost control and value delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience as Quantity Surveyor in civils or infrastructure.
• Strong commercial and financial awareness.
• Experience managing subcontractor accounts and procurement.
• Knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contracts.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Good IT skills, especially Excel.
• Quantity Surveying qualification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial performance of allocated projects.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts and cost reports.
• Manage subcontractor procurement and accounts.
• Prepare valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
• Manage variations and contractual changes.
• Monitor project costs, commitments and cash flow.
• Provide regular commercial reporting to senior management.
• Maintain relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Work with project and site teams to ensure cost control.
• Support contract administration and commercial negotiations.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Negotiation skills

Excel proficiency

Cost control

Communication skills

Procurement experience

Education

Quantity Surveying degree/qualification desirable

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Quantity Surveyor

We are currently looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join an established and growing construction business, working across a range of civil engineering and infrastructure projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and progressive environment.

The Role

As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing the commercial performance of projects from procurement through to final account, working closely with project teams, subcontractors and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial performance of allocated projects.

• Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts and cost reports.

• Manage subcontractor procurement and commercial accounts.

• Prepare valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.

• Manage variations, compensation events and contractual changes.

• Monitor project costs, commitments and cash flow.

• Identify commercial risks and opportunities.

• Support contract administration and commercial negotiations.

• Work closely with project and site teams to ensure effective cost control.

• Maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.

• Provide regular commercial reporting to senior management.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within construction, civils or infrastructure.

• Strong commercial and financial awareness.

• Experience managing subcontractor accounts and procurement.

• Knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contracts.

• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

• Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.

• Relevant Quantity Surveying qualification desirable.

If you are an ambitious Quantity Surveyor looking for a new opportunity with an established contractor, we would be keen to hear from you.