Senior Quantity Surveyor

Emtec Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

33 days holiday

Holiday purchase/sell scheme

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

Career development

Wellness programme

Employee discounts platform

Job summary

Emtec Building Services in Uddingston is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial delivery on M&E projects across Scotland. You’ll own the commercial aspects, drive value, and support project teams to manage costs and cash flow.

You will oversee applications for payment, variations and final accounts, provide contractual guidance, and build strong relationships with clients and subcontractors while progressing within a growing M&E business.

Qualifications

• Relevant Quantity Surveying experience, ideally Senior level or ready for the next step.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and commercial processes.
• Familiarity with the Construction Act and standard forms of contract including SBCC and NEC
• Strong numerical, communication, negotiation and organisational skills.
• A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline is preferred.
• Membership of RICS, CIOB or CICES would be advantageous.
• A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Taking commercial ownership of your projects and helping drive them towards a successful outcome.
• Working closely with project teams to keep a firm handle on costs, value, cash flow and commercial performance.
• Managing applications for payment, variations and final accounts.
• Providing practical contractual advice and helping the team navigate commercial issues as they arise.
• Managing subcontractor accounts, from agreeing terms through to payments and variations.
• Producing monthly cost and value reports and contributing to project reviews and forecasts.
• Spotting commercial risks and opportunities early and making sure they’re properly managed.

Skills

Commercial ownership

Budgeting

Contract administration

Stakeholder management

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

RICS/CIOB/CICES membership advantageous

Job description

Location: Uddingston

Location: Uddingston Emtec Building Services is a leading M&E contractor delivering end-to-end mechanical and electrical solutions across commercial, industrial and public sector projects. We’re looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Building Services team in Uddingston, supporting the commercial delivery of a range of mechanical and electrical projects across Scotland. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to take on more commercial responsibility, or an established Senior QS looking for their next move within a growing M&E business.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Taking commercial ownership of your projects and helping drive them towards a successful outcome.
• Working closely with project teams to keep a firm handle on costs, value, cash flow and commercial performance.
• Managing applications for payment, variations and final accounts.
• Providing practical contractual advice and helping the team navigate commercial issues as they arise.
• Managing subcontractor accounts, from agreeing terms through to payments and variations.
• Producing monthly cost and value reports and contributing to project reviews and forecasts.
• Spotting commercial risks and opportunities early and making sure they’re properly managed.

We’re looking for someone with strong commercial experience within MEP, building Services or a similar construction environment. You’ll be commercially aware, practical, and confident taking ownership, with the ability to build strong relationships with project teams, clients and subcontractors.

What You’ll Bring

• Relevant Quantity Surveying experience, ideally at Senior level or an experienced Quantity Surveyor ready for the next step.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and commercial processes.
• Familiarity with the Construction Act and standard forms of contract including SBCC and NEC
• Strong numerical, communication, negotiation and organisational skills.
• A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline is preferred.
• Membership of RICS, CIOB or CICES would be advantageous.
• A full UK driving licence.

What's In It for You

• Attractive Salary Package: Based on skills and experience includes a car allowance
• Generous Holidays: 33 days of holiday (inclusive of public holidays), increasing with length of service.
• Holiday Purchase/Sell Scheme: Additional flexibility to suit your needs.
• Contributory Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our contributory pension plan.
• Life Assurance: Peace of mind for you and your family.
• Development Opportunities: Excellent training and support for career growth.
• Wellness Support: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and wellness portal.
• Exclusive Discounts: Benefit from our Employee Discounts Platform.

You’ll be joining a team that’s genuinely supportive, down-to-earth and focused on doing things properly with plenty of opportunity to develop and progress as the business continues to grow. Emtec Group is an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported and able to thrive. If it sounds like something you’d enjoy being part of, we’d love to hear from you.