Senior Quantity Surveyor

Mitie; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction services company is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial aspects of projects in Scotland, working remotely with site travel. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Quantity Surveying, have over 10 years of experience in the Utilities or Civil Engineering sectors, and demonstrate strong commercial acumen. Key responsibilities include negotiating contractual variations, preparing payment applications, and managing budgets. This role promises a dynamic work environment with a focus on delivering high-quality results.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in a similar role within Utilities, Civil Engineering, Oil & Gas, or M&E industries.
• Sound understanding of standard forms of contract (e.g. NEC, JCT, FIDIC).
• Flexibility to travel to project sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all commercial aspects of assigned projects.
• Negotiate and prepare contractual variations with clients and subcontractors.
• Prepare and agree monthly payment applications with clients.
• Maintain budgetary control and prepare cost-to-completion forecasts.

Skills

Strong commercial acumen

Numerical analysis skills

Stakeholder management

Ability to work under pressure

Influencing skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Job description

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Scotland (Remote + Site Travel)

Contract Type: Full-Time

Job Overview

Are you an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor seeking your next career opportunity? Have you worked on construction or complex utility projects and thrive under pressure? If so, we've got the perfect role for you!

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.