Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering

Corrie Recruitment; Peterhead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering contractor in Scotland seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage costs and commercial performance on a high-value infrastructure project. Key duties include producing Cost Value Reconciliations, managing subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with NEC contracts. Candidates should have a degree in Quantity Surveying, strong negotiation skills, and relevant experience in civil engineering projects. This role offers a competitive salary, private healthcare, and opportunities for ongoing development.

Benefits

Competitive salary (DOE)

Private healthcare

Company pension

Car allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor with a background in civil engineering projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors and ensure compliance with timelines and quality standards.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Maintain strong relationships with project stakeholders including clients and engineering teams.
• Produce monthly Cost Value Reconciliations and present findings to senior management.
• Prepare and submit Applications for Payment in line with contract deadlines.
• Commercially manage subcontractors and assess payment applications.
• Monitor contractual risks and opportunities while keeping the team informed.

Skills

Strong negotiation and communication skills

Self-motivated

Experience with NEC contracts

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Job description

Overview

We are recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team of a civil engineering contractor based in the northeast of Scotland. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing costs, value, and commercial performance on a high-value infrastructure project, while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and ensuring compliance with contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain strong working relationships and clear communication with project stakeholders including clients, project managers, and engineering teams
• Produce monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and present findings to senior management
• Prepare and submit Applications for Payment in line with contract deadlines
• Commercially manage subcontractors, including assessing payment applications, compensation events, and agreeing final accounts
• Participate in client meetings, providing professional input and advice
• Prepare and submit monthly project cash flow forecasts
• Monitor and report on contractual risks and opportunities, keeping the wider team informed
• Ensure familiarity with and application of the Integrated Management System across all project activities

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related field
• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor with a background in civil engineering projects
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors and ensure compliance with timelines and quality standards
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Full UK driving licence

Package Includes

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Private healthcare
• Company pension
• Car allowance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

To apply or find out more information please email your fully up-to-date CV or call the office on (phone number removed).

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