Senior Managing Quantity Surveyor – Energy Projects

Thetrupgrade; Scotland; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Discretionary annual bonus

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Health screening

Enhanced sick pay

Maternity/paternity pay

Professional development

Canteen facilities

Job summary

Murphy is recruiting for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join the Energy Team on the SSE ASTI Framework. The role focuses on delivering robust commercial management, stakeholder liaison and financial planning across projects in the energy sector.

Ideal candidates are MRICS qualified, with RICS/ICES registration and strong NEC contract knowledge. The position offers strong progression and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS) or equivalent preferred.
• Registered with RICS / ICES.
• Excellent knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract (NEC) and Standard Methods of Measurement.
• Capable of confident, informed, quality decision making.
• Ability to synthesise information quickly and communicate situation reports to senior management.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently manage all commercial aspects of the Project and maintain regular liaison with all stakeholders.
• Assist in building a team, set objectives/targets for direct reports and monitor performance.
• Collate, analyse & challenge Cost/Value Reports and forecasts; implement action plans.
• Negotiate terms with subcontractors and suppliers to optimise risk and value.
• Design and implement a commercial strategy for the portfolio and tenders with support from the functional manager.
• Support development and training of Commercial Practitioners including APC/mentoring.
• Assist in cash position, including WIP control and cash flow improvement plans.
• Prepare and advise on insurance-related issues (PI).
• Contribute to work-winning duties and participate in Client Presentations for tenders.
• Ensure optimal performance of the commercial team and monitor margin improvement.

Skills

Leadership

NEC contracts knowledge

Cost/value reporting

Stakeholder communication

Education

MRICS Chartered Quantity Surveyor

RICS / ICES registration

Tools

None

Job description

Murphy is recruiting for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join the Energy Team on the SSE ASTI Framework. The role focuses on delivering robust commercial management, stakeholder liaison and financial planning across projects in the energy sector.

Ideal candidates are MRICS qualified, with RICS/ICES registration and strong NEC contract knowledge. The position offers strong progression and a comprehensive benefits package.