Quantity SurveyorConstruction Department

Tulloch Recruitment Ltd; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulloch Recruitment Ltd, in partnership with a leading civil engineering contractor, seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a professional team delivering infrastructure and earthworks projects in Aberdeen. You will manage commercial activities across multiple projects, ensuring timely payments, accurate CVRs, and strong stakeholder communication.

The role requires a degree in Quantity Surveying, civil engineering experience, MS Office proficiency, subcontractor management, and a valid

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related field preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in a Quantity Surveyor role on civil engineering projects.
• Proficiency in MS Office and strong subcontractor management capability.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills; driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain strong relationships with Clients, Contract Managers and engineering teams.
• Produce monthly CVRs and present insights to Senior Management.
• Prepare and submit Applications for Payment promptly, adhering to deadlines.
• Manage subcontractors' payments, certifications, and final accounts.
• Participate in client meetings with professionalism.
• Forecast project cash flow monthly to the Managing QS.
• Highlight contractual risks and keep the wider team informed.
• Promote familiarity with the Integrated Management System across activities.

Skills

MS Office

Subcontractor management

Communication skills

Driving licence

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Tulloch Recruitment is working in partnership with a leading civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, professional team delivering a range of infrastructure and civil engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain strong working relationships and clear communication with key project stakeholders, including Clients, Contract Managers, and engineering teams
• Produce monthly CVRs and presenting to Senior Management, highlighting key insights and progress, risks and opportunities
• Prepare and submit Applications for Payment promptly, adhering to the contracts specified deadlines and timescales
• Responsible for the commercial management of subcontractors, including the assessment and certification of payment applications, management of compensation events, and agreement of final accounts
• Participate in meetings with client representatives while maintaining a high standard of professionalism
• Prepare and submit project cash flow forecasts to the Managing QS on a monthly basis
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of contractual risks and opportunities, ensuring the wider team is kept informed and aligned
• Ensure familiarity with the Integrated Management System and encourage its consistent application across project activities

Desired Qualities/Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related field preferred
• Demonstrated experience in a Quantity Surveyor role, working for either a main contractor or subcontractor
• Previous experience working on civil engineering projects involving earthworks, infrastructure & plotworks beneficial
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Demonstrated capability in managing subcontractors, ensuring quality, adherence to timelines, and alignment with contract requirements
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities
• Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic, while being self-driven and capable of working independently or as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence
• Legal right to work in the UK without restrictions (no sponsorship available)
• Experience of utilities and HDD works is advantageous, however not necessarily required

Quantity SurveyorConstruction Department Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom