Quantity Surveyor: Drive Cost Control & Value Engineering

STRABAG UK; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health cover

9% pension

25 days holiday

Job summary

STRABAG UK is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial and contractual aspects across construction projects from pre-construction to final account. You will work with project teams, subcontractors, and clients to ensure robust cost control, risk management, and commercial performance.

Ideal candidates will have a degree in Quantity Surveying or related field, UK industry experience, and strong cost management and procurement skills.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the UK construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, monitor, and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.
• Undertake cost planning and value engineering exercises throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage procurement activities including tender analysis, package recommendations, and subcontract negotiations.
• Prepare and administer subcontract agreements and associated documentation.
• Assess and process subcontractor applications, variations, and final accounts.
• Monitor project costs and identify opportunities to improve commercial performance.
• Produce accurate monthly cost value reconciliations (CVRs).
• Prepare financial reports, forecasts, and management information for senior leadership.
• Assist in the preparation of business performance reports and project reviews.
• Administer contracts in accordance with project requirements and applicable forms of contract, including JCT.
• Prepare, submit, and negotiate interim valuations and payment applications.
• Identify, quantify, and manage variations, compensation events, and change control processes.
• Support the preparation and agreement of project final accounts.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and contractual correspondence.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Commercial management software

Job description

STRABAG UK is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial and contractual aspects across construction projects from pre-construction to final account. You will work with project teams, subcontractors, and clients to ensure robust cost control, risk management, and commercial performance.

Ideal candidates will have a degree in Quantity Surveying or related field, UK industry experience, and strong cost management and procurement skills.