Quantity Surveyor - Civils

Peace Recruitment; Ferryhill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor for their operations in Aberdeen. You will manage the commercial aspects of groundworks and civil engineering projects, ensuring high-quality delivery. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Quantity Surveying and proven experience in relevant roles. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development within a supportive team.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Long-term, secure workload

Training and professional development support

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience within groundworks and civil engineering projects.
• Proven experience in Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Quantity Surveyor roles.
• Experience with NEC or other standard forms of contract.

Responsibilities

• Commercial management of groundworks and civils packages.
• Preparing and managing project budgets, cost plans, and forecasts.
• Valuations, applications for payment, and final accounts.

Skills

Construction measurement and commercial processes

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

Quantity Surveyor – Groundworks & Civils

Aberdeen

We are working with a well-established civil engineering and groundworks contractor to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor for their Aberdeen operation. This is an excellent opportunity to join a contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality groundworks and civil engineering packages across the region.

The Role

You will take responsibility for the commercial management of groundworks and civil engineering projects from pre-contract through to final account.

Key responsibilities include :

• Commercial management of groundworks and civils packages
• Preparing and managing project budgets, cost plans, and forecasts
• Valuations, applications for payment, and final accounts
• Managing subcontractor procurement, payments, and variations
• Measurement and valuation of works on site
• Identifying, pricing, and negotiating variations
• Managing commercial risk and opportunity
• Producing accurate cost and value reports
• Working closely with site engineers and project managers

About You

We are keen to speak with Quantity Surveyors who have hands-on experience within groundworks and civil engineering projects.

You will ideally have :

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Proven experience in a Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Quantity Surveyor role within groundworks or civils
• Strong knowledge of construction measurement and commercial processes
• Experience with NEC and / or other standard forms of contract
• Good understanding of earthworks, drainage, concrete, and infrastructure works
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a site-based team

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Long-term, secure workload with a strong regional pipeline
• Opportunity to work on technically challenging civil engineering projects
• Clear progression and professional development support
• Supportive, close-knit commercial and operational team

If you’re a Quantity Surveyor with groundworks or civils experience and are based in or open to working in Aberdeen, we’d welcome a confidential conversation.