Quantity Surveyor - Special Projects (MV/HV, BESS & Substations)

IQA Group; Hillington; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

8 public holidays

Competitive pension scheme

Company sick pay

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

IQA Group is seeking a Quantity Surveyor for Special Projects to manage commercial aspects of major energy infrastructure projects, ensuring margins and NEC contract compliance. You will work with project teams across pre- and post-contract activities, driving value, risk management and robust reporting.

The role offers clear development within a national group, with a focus on BESS, substations and MV/HV projects. Strong Excel skills and stakeholder management are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Experience with NEC3 and/or NEC4 contracts.
• Experience in commercial management within construction/utilities/infrastructure projects.
• Proficient in Excel and commercial reporting.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience in power, utilities, substations, BESS, energy or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with cost management software.
• Experience supporting pre-contract and post-contract commercial activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage subcontract packages, including procurement support, valuations, payments and performance monitoring.
• Identify, manage and assess variations and NEC Compensation Events.
• Prepare and maintain cost reporting, CVRs, forecasts and commercial performance data.
• Support cost control, value management and risk management activities across projects.
• Assist with contractual claims, commercial negotiations and contract administration.
• Provide commercial support for tenders, cost estimates and contract reviews.
• Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company procedures and governance requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and promote commercial best practice.

Skills

NEC3/NEC4 contracts

Microsoft Excel

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Cost management

Contract administration

Education

Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Tools

Cost reporting systems

Job description

Quantity Surveyor – Special Projects (MV/HV, BESS & Substations)

Reference:

IQAQUASU130826

Industry Sector:

Location (nearest Town/City):

Central Scotland - G52 4PR

Job Type:

Permanent

Competitive with car allowance

Quantity Surveyor – Special Projects (MV/HV, BESS & Substations)

Location: Hillington, Glasgow
Salary: Competitive with car allowance
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays
• Competitive pension scheme
• company sick pay
• Career Growth: Genuine pathways for professional progression within a rapidly growing, national group!

The Role

As a Quantity Surveyor, you'll support the commercial management of major energy infrastructure projects, helping to protect project margins, manage contractual requirements and drive commercial performance.

Working closely with the Division Commercial Manager and wider project teams, you'll gain exposure to both post-contract and pre-contract activities, providing an excellent foundation for long-term career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage subcontract packages, including procurement support, valuations, payments and performance monitoring.
• Identify, manage and assess variations and NEC Compensation Events.
• Prepare and maintain cost reporting, CVRs, forecasts and commercial performance data.
• Support cost control, value management and risk management activities across projects.
• Assist with contractual claims, commercial negotiations and contract administration.
• Provide commercial support for tenders, cost estimates and contract reviews.
• Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company procedures and governance requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and promote commercial best practice.

About You

• Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Experience working with NEC3 and/or NEC4 contracts.
• Understanding of commercial management within construction, utilities, infrastructure or engineering projects.
• Strong numerical, analytical and commercial skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and commercial reporting systems.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience within power, utilities, substations, BESS, energy or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with cost management and construction accounting software.
• Experience supporting both pre-contract and post-contract commercial activities.