Quantity Surveyor

Activus Recruitment; Westhill; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support a civil engineering contractor. This role involves managing cost control, commercial reporting, and communication with clients and teams across projects. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Quantity Surveying, proven QS experience, and strong organizational and communication skills. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, working primarily in Westhill, Aberdeenshire.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private healthcare

Car allowance

Company pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a QS for either a main contractor or subcontractor.
• Background in civil engineering projects such as earthworks, infrastructure or plotworks beneficial.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost control and contractual obligations across projects.
• Produce monthly CVRs and present updates to management.
• Prepare and submit Applications for Payment in line with contract timelines.
• Manage subcontractors and maintain high professional standards.

Skills

Proven experience as a QS

Strong skills in Microsoft Office

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organisational skills

Self-motivated

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quantity Surveyor

Location: Westhill, Aberdeenshire (with occasional site travel)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Activus Recruitment is proud to be supporting a respected civil engineering, multi-utility and HDD contractor in their search for an experienced Quantity Surveyor. The business delivers high-quality groundworks, utilities and infrastructure solutions across Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and wider regions, offering excellent long-term career prospects.

The Role

The Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing cost control, contractual obligations and commercial reporting across multiple civil engineering projects. This role offers an excellent balance of office-based duties and on-site engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain strong communication with clients, Contract Managers and engineering teams
• Produce monthly CVRs and present commercial updates to senior management
• Prepare and submit Applications for Payment in line with contract timelines
• Manage subcontractors, including assessment of applications, compensation events and final accounts
• Attend client meetings and maintain high professional standards
• Prepare monthly project cashflow forecasts
• Identify contractual risks and opportunities and support project teams accordingly
• Promote consistent use of the Integrated Management System

Skills & Experience Required

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying preferred
• Proven experience as a QS for either a main contractor or subcontractor
• Background in civil engineering projects such as earthworks, infrastructure or plotworks beneficial
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office
• Experience managing subcontractors and ensuring contract compliance
• Excellent communication, negotiation and organisational skills
• Self-motivated, proactive and capable of working independently or as part of a team
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Unrestricted Right to Work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
• Experience in utilities or HDD advantageous but not essential

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary
• Private healthcare
• Car allowance
• Company pension
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment