Quantity Surveyor

Eileen Richards Recruitment; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Glasgow. In this role, you will drive project profitability while managing commercial and contractual aspects of high-profile construction projects. The successful candidate will possess strong communication skills, a safety-first mindset, and be committed to delivering value in a fast-paced environment. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to make a significant impact on project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in quantity surveying within construction.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Committed to safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of project specifications and pricing structures.
• Assist in reviewing and negotiating contract documentation.
• Measure, value, and negotiate contract variations.
• Monitor and report project costs and cash flows.
• Provide commercial advice to project teams.

Skills

Quantity surveying experience

Commercial skills

Reporting skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Cost reporting systems

Job description

Quantity Surveyor

Glasgow

Competitive Salary - Fixed Term Contract

Immediate Start required.

• Are you ready to drive project profitability and value while working on high-profile construction projects?
• Do you have the expertise to manage commercial and contractual aspects, ensuring accurate reporting and timely submissions?
• Are you looking to join a collaborative team where your skills and professional growth are highly valued?

The Company

ER Recruitment are excited to be working with our client, who are a specialist construction project team delivering a high-profile contract in Glasgow. This role offers a hands‑on, commercially‑focused environment where the emphasis is on delivering results, managing costs, and driving value. The team is highly project‑oriented, with a clear focus on practical solutions, accuracy, and timely decision‑making. This is an opportunity to work in a fast‑paced setting where your contribution directly influences the success of the project.

Role & Responsibilities of the Quantity Surveyor

• Develop a thorough understanding of project specifications, pricing structures, programmes, and contractual conditions.
• Assist in reviewing, negotiating, and agreeing client and main contractor contract documentation.
• Support supplier and subcontractor selection, orders, and commercial management to ensure quality, capability, and contractual compliance.
• Measure, value, submit, and negotiate contract variations with clients and supply chain to ensure accurate and timely payments.
• Monitor and report project costs, cash flows, and progress, recommending and implementing improvements where necessary.
• Analyse internal reporting systems, design, procurement, and construction outputs, providing feedback on quality and content.
• Maintain and enforce commercial controls, change management processes, and adherence to company standards.
• Attend internal and external project meetings, recording actions, agreements, and unresolved matters for follow‑up.
• Provide commercial and contractual advice to project teams, review correspondence, and ensure processes are followed.
• Contribute to team development by mentoring junior staff and ensuring training needs are met.

About You as the Quantity Surveyor

• Proven experience in quantity surveying within construction, with strong commercial, reporting, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, both internal and external.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with project management and cost reporting systems.
• Committed to safety, professionalism, continuous improvement, and delivering value.
• Alignment with company values: integrity, collaboration, pride in delivery, continuous learning, and a safety‑first mindset.

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