Quantity Surveyor

JN Bentley; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development investment

Bespoke progression plan

Tailored financial and lifestyle benefits

Job summary

JN Bentley in Glasgow seeks a Quantity Surveyor to oversee cost management processes and support clients in successful project delivery. You will be integral throughout the project lifecycle, from early involvement to handover, ensuring effective financial and contract management.

With focus on enhancing water infrastructure, you will engage in projects benefiting the environment and communities. Competitive benefits and career progression support are offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or related field is essential.
• Practical mindset and good math skills required.
• Valid driving license and willingness to travel is a must.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost processes and provide reports to assist commercial decisions.
• Work with delivery teams to monitor efficiency throughout the project lifecycle.
• Communicate contractual arrangements to project team members.

Skills

Cost management

Mathematical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Client relationship management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Mott MacDonald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley, operating across water, energy and environment sectors throughout the UK. With an annual turnover surpassing £500 million, Mott MacDonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry, creating an ideal environment for career growth.

Mott MacDonald Bentley is a key Asset Delivery Partner for Scottish Water’s new Enterprise, part of the SR27 investment programme. The Enterprise will deliver £9 bn of major infrastructure investment between 2027 and 2033, enhancing Scotland’s water and wastewater assets, preserving water quality, protecting the environment and ensuring services continue to meet customer needs.

As part of the appointment to Scottish Water’s new Enterprise, we will deliver projects at sites across Scotland. Works will include major upgrades to treatment assets, new and enhanced networks, and resilience schemes that benefit communities across the country.

25+ years in the water sector

• Enhancing resilience and service reliability through treatment works upgrades, network improvements and resilience schemes
• Supporting net zero and climate adaptation via low‑carbon design, nature‑based solutions and environmental compliance projects
• Enabling sustainable growth by delivering infrastructure that supports new development and protects existing communities
• Driving efficiency and affordability through integrated delivery, innovation and collaborative planning
• Maintaining a strong focus on customers, communities and safety across everything we do

As a Quantity Surveyor you’ll work on projects that make a real difference to our environment and communities – from improving flood defences to upgrading water treatment works and providing nature‑based solutions that improve biodiversity.

You will be involved throughout the entire project life cycle, from early contractor involvement and optioning, through to tender negotiation, design, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover of schemes.

Role of a Quantity Surveyor

• Ensuring robust cost‑management processes are in place, providing accurate and timely reports, data and analysis to assist in commercial decisions.
• Working closely with the delivery team to identify, implement and monitor efficiency plans throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensuring all project team members understand the contractual arrangements to meet client requirements.
• Supporting clients to maximise opportunities and mitigate risks to help deliver successful outcomes.
• Influencing the contractual and commercial aspects of schemes to ensure robust project control.
• Fostering and maintaining strong client relationships, ensuring clear communication, understanding client needs and delivering value through effective cost management and project delivery.

What You’ll Need

• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or a related field.
• A practical mindset, good maths skills, the ability to solve problems and manage project finances.
• A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across your operational region.

What’s In It For You

Alongside our significant training and development investment, bespoke progression plan and support to achieve professional chartership, we offer a wide range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits that you can tailor to your needs.