Senior Quantity Surveyor

ZipRecruiter; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage cost and contract administration for major projects in South-West Scotland. This role involves ensuring compliance with contract obligations, developing strong relationships with clients, and contributing to project safety initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction and a degree in Quantity Surveying.

Benefits

Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan

Life assurance scheme

25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave

Discount scheme

Flexible/hybrid working

Family friendly policies

Employee assistance

Professional development

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Quantity Surveyor in construction or related industries.
• Experience in a regulated sector as a Quantity Surveyor.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost and contract administration function including payment assessment and change management.
• Develop and negotiate terms and conditions for contracts.
• Report progress to Project Managers and ensure timely delivery of contracts.

Skills

Contract Management

Negotiation

Safety Compliance

Contract Administration

Cost Reporting

Education

Relevant degree in Quantity Surveying

Member of RICS or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

COINS

SAP

Ariba

Job description

Job Description

At BakerHicks, we deliver innovative, efficient, and sustainable engineering solutions across a variety of complex sectors. Our commitment to quality and collaboration ensures successful project delivery for clients throughout the UK and Europe.

With our projects growing in scale and complexity, we are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team in South-West Scotland. In this role you administer the process of contracts, subcontracts and services for the Companies projects. You will working closely with project teams and customers delivering a service to fully meet their requirements and develop repeat work through excellent performance and quality.

The Opportunity

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will manage the cost and contract administration function on BakerHicks (the Company) projects which will include, but not be limited to, Contract Administration, payment assessment, cost reporting and change management. The role also includes an input to the upstream main contract obligations.

Key Responsibilities

• Development and Negotiation of Terms and Conditions in line with the Form of Contract
• Claims/variations negotiations and contract close-outs
• Comply with Company and Client Quality Assurance and Management system
• Based at site to support the project
• Actively contribute to safety reviews and initiatives developed by the Company and liaise with suppliers and contractors on matters of health and safety performance from a commercial standpoint.
• Attendance of training as required to support job role and to develop individual skills
• Liaise with Company and Client suppliers and contractors providing equipment packages or specialist services, to ensure contracted compliance of their work including deliveries.
• Effectively report progress to Project Managers for related work and take ownership for the timely delivery of Construction contracts both ‘for and on behalf of’ and direct BakerHicks orders and contracts.
• Develop positive relationships with Clients through professional conduct and delivering a quality service.

About You

Qualifications & Training

• Relevant degree in Quantity Surveying(essential)
• Member of RICS or equivalent ()

Experience & Skills

• Must significant experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the construction or related industries.
• You will have experience as working as a Quantity Surveyor in a regulated sector
• Good knowledge of the engineering and construction market
• Strong knowledge of all commonly used model Forms of contract for UK services and supplies specifically the NEC contracts.
• High level of proficiency in the use of general Microsoft Office software i.e. Word, Excel, etc.
• Experience using COINS, SAP or Ariba Systems (preferable)

Why Join BakerHicks?

• Play a critical role in high-impact projects across the Life Sciences and infrastructure sectors
• Be part of a collaborative and respected consultancy known for quality and innovation
• Work with diverse teams on complex projects with opportunities for development and progression
• A culture that values accountability, teamwork, and professional excellence

BakerHicks has been delivering excellence in engineering, design, and project delivery since 1957. With 14 offices across the UK and Europe, we offer you the chance to work on meaningful projects that enhance communities and contribute to sustainable growth.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors.

Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

About BakerHicks

We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: About | BakerHicks.

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.

Benefits

Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry.

What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to:

• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
• Life assurance scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
• Flexible/hybrid working
• Family friendly policies
• Employee assistance
• Professional development

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting and throughout.

BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.

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