Senior Quantity Surveyor

Hays; Dundee; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established civil engineering contractor seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage financial and contractual elements of civils projects in Scotland. The role involves overseeing project costs, preparing tender documents, and collaborating with clients and contractors. The position promises competitive salaries and career development opportunities within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to work on high-profile projects

Supportive working environment

Career development opportunities

Ongoing training and professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role within the civils or construction sector.
• Experience working on education and/or commercial building projects.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Managing project costs from inception to completion.
• Preparing and reviewing tender documents and contracts.
• Conducting cost analysis and value engineering.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

NEC contracts

JCT contracts

Job description

Senior QS with reputable civil contractor

Your new company
This well-established civil engineering and groundworks contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects across Scotland. With a growing portfolio in the education and commercial sectors, the company is known for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability. They are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team and play a key role in delivering civils packages for schools and commercial buildings.
Your new role
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take ownership of the financial and contractual management of civils packages on a range of education and commercial projects. You will be responsible for:

• Managing project costs from inception to completion
• Preparing and reviewing tender documents, contracts, budgets, bills of quantities, and other documentation
• Conducting cost analysis and value engineering
• Liaising with clients, contractors, and internal teams to ensure financial efficiency and compliance
• Overseeing subcontractor procurement and payments
• Monitoring project progress and preparing detailed reports
• Supporting junior QS staff and contributing to team development

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Proven experience in a similar role within the civils or construction sector
• Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts
• Experience working on education and/or commercial building projects
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills
• A proactive and detail-oriented approach to problem-solving
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites as required

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on high-profile and technically challenging projects
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Career development and progression opportunities within a growing company
• Access to ongoing training and professional development

What you need to do now
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