Quantity Surveyor

EH20 group; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Scotland is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial and financial aspects of hospitality and commercial projects. The role involves overseeing valuations, cost forecasts, and contract administration while building client relationships and optimizing project profitability. Candidates should have an HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying and proven experience in commercial construction. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential, along with proficiency in reporting tools.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within commercial construction, ideally hospitality projects.
• Experience managing subcontractors and supply chains.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple projects concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of commercial management across hospitality and commercial projects.
• Prepare and manage valuations, cost forecasts, and final accounts.
• Administer contracts, variations, and change control procedures.
• Monitor financial performance, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, payments, and commercial performance.

Skills

Strong commercial awareness

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management skills

Education

HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Construction or related discipline

Tools

Excel

Project management software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to take commercial and financial ownership of a portfolio of hospitality and commercial projects. In this role, you will ensure projects are delivered efficiently, cost-effectively, and in line with contractual, commercial, and legal obligations.

Working closely with project teams, you will manage valuations, cost forecasts, variations, and change control, ensuring accurate contract administration and reporting throughout the project lifecycle. You will also play a key role in financial risk management, identifying opportunities to optimise project profitability and deliver value to clients.

Building and maintaining strong client relationships will be central to the role, supporting repeat business and long-term project delivery. You will contribute to pre- and post-contract cost studies, support tender preparation, and manage subcontractors from procurement through to final account.

You will also oversee the commercial close-out of additional works and ensure all records are maintained to organisational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of commercial management across hospitality and commercial projects
• Prepare and manage valuations, cost forecasts, and final accounts
• Administer contracts, variations, and change control procedures
• Monitor financial performance, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
• Manage subcontractor procurement, payments, and commercial performance
• Support estimating and tender submissions with detailed cost analysis
• Produce accurate financial reports and ensure timely project close-out
• Develop and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships

Requirements

• HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction, or related discipline
• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within commercial construction, ideally hospitality projects
• Strong commercial awareness with excellent analytical and negotiation skills
• Experience managing subcontractors and supply chains
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple projects concurrently
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in commercial and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, project management software)
• Knowledge of UK construction contracts, statutory requirements, and best practice