Senior Quantity Surveyor

Bell Building Projects Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous pension scheme

Income protection

Death in service benefits

Annual salary reviews

Discretionary performance-based bonus

32 days of holiday with flexible bank/

Company mileage reimbursed

Fully accessible workplace

Job summary

Bell Building Projects Limited, a growing UK construction company, seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Glasgow to manage costs and contracts on cladding remediation, industrial new-build, and refurbishment projects. The role is full-time and based mainly in our Glasgow office with regular site visits.

You will prepare budgets, valuations, and final accounts, value variations, report costs to support decisions, and manage subcontractors with compliance to JCT/NEC contracts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts (e.g., JCT, NEC).
• Proficient in cost management software and MS Office.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or a construction-related discipline.
• Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, manage, and monitor project budgets, cost plans, and financial forecasts.
• Carry out valuations, prepare interim applications for payment, and produce final accounts.
• Assess, value, and negotiate variations and change orders.
• Provide accurate and timely cost reporting to support commercial decision-making.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, tendering, and contract administration.
• Review and negotiate subcontractor accounts and payments.
• Support project teams with contractual and financial advice.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and industry standards.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities and maintain accurate project records.
• Contribute to business improvement by supporting best practices in cost management.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical

Numerical

Problem solving

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

Cost management software

MS Office

Job description

Bell Building Projects (BBP) is a growing construction company delivering refurbishment, facade replacement, fire remediation and new-build projects across the UK.

We’re proud of the reputation we’ve built, but even more proud of the people behind it. Our continued growth has created a strong pipeline of work, giving our teams long-term job security, opportunities to develop their careers and the chance to work on a wide variety of projects.

We believe in investing in our people, recognising good performance and creating an environment where everyone is trusted, supported and encouraged to progress. Whether you’re joining us on site or in one of our offices, you’ll be part of a team that values quality, collaboration and doing things the right way.

The Role

We are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial team in Glasgow. The position will be a full-time, permanent contract and based primarily within one of our offices, with regular site visits as required. You will play a key role in managing costs, contracts, and financial control on cladding remediation, industrial new-build, and refurbishment projects, ensuring successful delivery for both BBP and our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, manage, and monitor project budgets, cost plans, and financial forecasts.
• Carry out valuations, prepare interim applications for payment, and produce final accounts.
• Assess, value, and negotiate variations and change orders.
• Provide accurate and timely cost reporting to support commercial decision-making.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, tendering, and contract administration.
• Review and negotiate subcontractor accounts and payments.
• Support project teams with contractual and financial advice.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and industry standards.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities and maintain accurate project records.
• Contribute to business improvement by supporting best practices in cost management.

Who We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts (e.g., JCT, NEC).
• Proficient in cost management software and MS Office.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or a construction-related discipline.
• Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities with a collaborative, professional approach.
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, with attention to detail and commercial awareness.

Why Join BBP?

• competitive salary
• generous pension scheme
• income protection
• death in service benefits
• annual salary reviews
• discretionary performance-based bonuses
• 32 days of holiday with a flexible bank holiday scheme
• We actively support professional development and training
• business mileage is reimbursed
• fully accessible, ensuring an inclusive workplace for all

Diversity & Inclusion

Bell Building Projects is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are dedicated to ensuring that our recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion practices are free from bias, offering fair access to all qualified candidates. Selection decisions are made based on skills, qualifications, and experience, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Bell Building Projects values diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.