Senior Quantity Surveyor

AE Partners; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Edinburgh to lead the commercial aspects of various projects. This role involves negotiating contracts, managing budgets, and ensuring projects are delivered profitably and to the highest standards. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Quantity Surveying or related field and over 10 years of experience in Utilities, Civil Engineering, or related industries. Strong commercial acumen and excellent stakeholder management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in a similar role within relevant industries.
• Strong understanding of standard forms of contract.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all commercial aspects of assigned projects.
• Negotiate and prepare contractual variations with clients.
• Measure and value works completed on-site.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Numerical analysis skills

Stakeholder management

Influencing skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related field

Job description

We're looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to support our project construction team by leading and advising on all commercial matters. You will work closely with the Commercial Manager, Project Manager, and Finance & Procurement teams, ensuring all projects are delivered profitably, contractually compliant, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all commercial aspects of assigned projects.
• Negotiate and prepare contractual variations with clients and subcontractors.
• Measure and value works completed on-site, ensuring accuracy and transparency.
• Prepare and agree monthly payment applications with clients.
• Assist in tender preparation, cost planning, and bid support.
• Track design changes and ensure all variations are captured and agreed.
• Assess subcontractor applications and monitor their performance.
• Review and report progress against the works programme.
• Maintain budgetary control and prepare cost-to-completion forecasts.
• Issue and manage Early Warning Notices (EWNs) in line with contract requirements.
• Support Project Managers with contractual and commercial advice.
• Liaise with the Legal team to prepare and review sub-contracts.

What We're Looking For

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years' experience in a similar role within Utilities, Civil Engineering, Oil & Gas, or M&E industries.
• Strong commercial acumen and numerical analysis skills.
• Proven ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Sound understanding of standard forms of contract (e.g. NEC, JCT, FIDIC).
• Flexibility to travel to project sites as required.