Quantity Surveyor

JL Renewable Solutions; Livingston; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

JL Renewable Solutions is recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to join the SP Energy Networks (SPEN) infrastructure projects in Central Belt Scotland. The role offers hybrid working, long-term security, and exposure to large energy and infrastructure schemes.

You will oversee commercial management on major SPEN projects, manage NEC contract administration, and drive cost control, forecasting, and reporting across live sites with colleagues and SPEN stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor in civils, utilities, energy, or infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts.
• Ability to manage commercial duties across live projects.
• Confident communicator with good client-facing skills.
• Strong analytical, forecasting, and reporting ability.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Able to work in Bathgate with flexibility for hybrid working.

Responsibilities

• Commercial management of major SPEN projects (£1m-£20m+).
• Assist with contract administration under NEC3 / NEC4.
• Maintain cost control, forecasting, CVRs, and monthly reporting.
• Prepare and negotiate subcontract packages and variations.
• Manage compensation events, risk, and change control.
• Work closely with site teams and engage with SPEN project stakeholders.
• Support valuations, final accounts, and project financial governance.

Skills

Quantity Surveyor experience

NEC contracts

Commercial duties

Client-facing skills

Forecasting & reporting

Driving licence

Hybrid working ability

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - SPEN Infrastructure Projects (Hybrid)

Location: Central Belt Scotland - Hybrid working available

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + benefits

Sector: Energy / Utilities / Civil Engineering

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

We're recruiting for a leading contractor delivering major SP Energy Networks (SPEN) projects across the Central Belt. Due to continued growth, they are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Central Belt Scotland. This role offers hybrid working, long-term security, and the chance to work on large, complex energy and infrastructure projects.

Role Responsibilities

• Commercial management of major SPEN projects (£1m-£20m+).
• Assist with contract administration under NEC3 / NEC4.
• Maintain cost control, forecasting, CVRs, and monthly reporting.
• Prepare and negotiate subcontract packages and variations.
• Manage compensation events, risk, and change control.
• Work closely with site teams and engage with SPEN project stakeholders.
• Support valuations, final accounts, and project financial governance.

What We're Looking For

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor in civils, utilities, energy, or infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts.
• Ability to manage commercial duties across live projects.
• Confident communicator with good client-facing skills.
• Strong analytical, forecasting, and reporting ability.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Able to work in Bathgate with flexibility for hybrid working.

What's on Offer

• £50,000 - £60,000 salary (DOE).
• Car allowance + benefits
• Hybrid working (office/home/site)
• Long-term career security on major energy projects
• Excellent training, progression, and development opportunities