Senior Quantity Surveyor

United Infrastructure Ltd; Alness; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

United Infrastructure Ltd in Alness is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial administration of civils elements on a major construction project. You will manage contracts, costs, payments, commercial risk and reporting across the Design and Construction phases.

You will work with a project team, coordinating with client and subcontractor representatives to ensure accurate forecasting, CVR and Earned Value reporting while maintaining robust commercial records throughout

Qualifications

• BSc in Quantity Surveying, Business or related commercial discipline.
• Experience in a Quantity Surveying or commercial role.
• Experience with NEC3 contracts.
• Civils or construction experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Contract administration in line with NEC3 framework.
• Lead subcontractor negotiations and contract management.
• Prepare and manage payment applications for clients and subcontractors.
• Ensure forecasting accuracy across client and subcontractor accounts.
• Identify and mitigate day-to-day commercial risks and opportunities.
• Undertake site visits to support subcontractor assessments.
• Manage compensation events and variations per contract.
• Prepare Cost to Complete forecasts and reports.
• Support Commercial Manager with project visibility.
• Maintain robust commercial records and documentation.

Skills

NEC3 contracts

Contract management

Excel

Analytical skills

Education

BSc in Quantity Surveying / related

Tools

Excel

Job description

Location: Alness

Business Unit: Power Transmission & Distribution

Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

Role Overview

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for leading the day-to-day commercial administration of the civils elements of a major construction project, supporting successful delivery across the Design and Construction phases of the project.

You will work as a key member of an established project team, co-locating and working closely with client and subcontractor representatives to manage contracts, costs, payments, commercial risk and project performance, ensuring accurate reporting and strong commercial control throughout delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Contract administration in line with NEC3, including Options A, B, C and E.


• Lead subcontractor negotiations and ongoing contract management.


• Prepare and manage applications for payment for both clients and subcontractors.


• Ensure the accuracy of forecasting and performance measures / administration across client and subcontractor accounts.


• Identify and contribute to the mitigation / optimisation of day-to-day commercial and project risks and opportunities.


• Undertake site visits to support subcontractor assessments.


• Identify, notify and ensure effective administration of compensation events and variations in accordance with contractual requirements.


• Prepare and maintain accurate Cost to Complete forecasts.


• Support the Commercial Manager in ensuring the business has clear and continuous visibility of the project’s commercial position.


• Ensure accurate and timely budget, cost and change reporting.


• Inform and contribute to Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR).


• Lead the production of Earned Value Analysis reports.


• Ensure the project team maintains accurate and robust commercial records and project documentation.

Qualifications & Experience

• BSc in Quantity Surveying, Business or a related commercial discipline.


• Previous experience working within a Quantity Surveying or commercial role.


• Experience working with NEC3 contracts.


• Previous experience within civils or construction is desirable.


• Strong understanding of subcontractor and contract management.


• Good knowledge of applications for payment, forecasting, variations and commercial reporting.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.


• Strong numerical and analytical skills.


• Ability to produce accurate work while working to tight deadlines.


• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a wider project team.


• Flexible approach to work and project requirements.


• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required.

About The Role

This is an opportunity to join the Power Transmission & Distribution business in Alness and play an important commercial role supporting the delivery of a long‑term, major construction and infrastructure project for a strategic customer in the Highlands area.

The successful candidate will take ownership of key commercial activities throughout the project lifecycle (which is currently in the Design phase), working closely with operational, project and commercial teams to ensure effective cost control, contractual compliance and successful project delivery.

Join us at United Infrastructure and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK.