Quantity Surveyor

NRL; Kirkintilloch; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Central Glasgow office access

Job summary

NRL in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support a major defence infrastructure programme. You will administer NEC4 PSC contracts, manage early warnings and compensation events, and provide commercial governance in a highly regulated environment.

The role is hybrid, based in Glasgow with on-site presence 3–5 days per week, and you’ll be engaged via umbrella or PAYE on a 12-month inside IR35 contract with competitive rates.

Qualifications

• Extensive NEC4 experience, ideally PSC, with strong grasp of contract administration.
• Current SC clearance or eligible to obtain it.
• British sole nationality, as required by project restrictions.
• Proven commercial and contractual experience within large infrastructure or defence projects.
• Ability to work in a joint-venture environment with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Administer NEC4 Professional Services Contracts (PSC) including early warnings and compensation events.
• Provide commercial governance and maintain contractual compliance.
• Support change management processes across the programme.
• Engage stakeholders and manage interfaces in a joint-venture environment.
• Monitor cost control and contract performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure rigorous adherence to security and regulatory requirements.

Skills

NEC4 PSC

Contract administration

Commercial governance

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor – NEC4 Professional Services Contract Specialist

Summary We’re looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support a major defence‑related infrastructure programme in Glasgow. This role is ideal for someone with in‑depth NEC4 contract knowledge and strong commercial governance skills, capable of operating in a secure and highly regulated environment. You’ll be engaged via NRL on an Umbrella or PAYE basis for a 12‑month inside IR35 contract, contributing to a nationally significant project. Salary Contract (inside IR35) – competitive umbrella and PAYE rates. Location and Working Pattern Hybrid role based in Glasgow, with on‑site presence required 3–5 days each week.

Client Overview

Join a leading joint‑venture delivery team driving forward a high‑profile defence infrastructure programme. Working in close collaboration, this role offers involvement at the heart of a major national initiative.

Responsibilities

• Administer NEC4 Professional Services Contracts (PSC) including early warnings and compensation events.
• Provide commercial governance and maintain contractual compliance.
• Support change management processes across the programme.
• Engage stakeholders and manage interfaces in a joint‑venture environment.
• Monitor cost control and contract performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure rigorous adherence to security and regulatory requirements.

Must‑have Requirements

• Extensive NEC4 experience, ideally PSC, with strong grasp of contract administration.
• Current SC clearance or eligibility to obtain it.
• British sole nationality from birth (mandatory due to project restrictions).
• Proven commercial and contractual experience within large infrastructure or defence projects.
• Ability to work confidently in a joint‑venture setting with multiple stakeholders.
• Flexibility to work on‑site in Glasgow 3–5 days per week and operate inside IR35.

Nice‑to‑have Skills

• Experience supporting long‑term, high‑security engineering or defence frameworks.
• Strong understanding of project controls and risk management.

Benefits

• 12‑month contract on a nationally significant programme.
• Competitive umbrella and PAYE rates aligned with senior commercial specialists.
• Hybrid working with access to a modern central Glasgow office.

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