Senior Quantity Surveyor

Kenton Black; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Career progression

Long-term project pipeline

Exposure to major projects

Supportive environment

Job summary

Kenton Black is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor for a pivotal Glasgow-based role with a leading international main contractor. You will oversee commercial delivery on major infrastructure and energy projects, driving value, managing risk and ensuring contractual compliance.

The role offers opportunity to work on high-profile substations, MEP, data centre and BESS projects, with clear progression within a growing organisation.

Qualifications

• Experience on major construction or infrastructure projects with recognised contractors.
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge.
• Proven cost reporting, forecasting and financial management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial delivery of major construction and infrastructure projects.
• Prepare, administer and monitor subcontract packages, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Produce cost reporting, forecasting and cash flow analyses.
• Monitor budgets, identify risks and opportunities, and maximise value.
• Support procurement and subcontractor negotiations, and manage change control.
• Collaborate with project teams to achieve commercial and operational objectives.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

Cost reporting

Forecasting

Financial management

Communication skills

Collaborative approach

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor | Glasgow | £80,000–£85,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus

Our client is a leading international main contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering complex construction, infrastructure and mission-critical projects across the UK and Europe. Following a sustained period of growth and continued project wins, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their expanding commercial team in the Glasgow region.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a high-performing business delivering major substation, MEP, data centre and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects, while benefiting from genuine long-term career development opportunities within a rapidly growing organisation.

The Role

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial delivery of major infrastructure and energy projects across Scotland and the wider UK.

Working closely with operational teams, project stakeholders and supply chain partners, you will be responsible for managing commercial performance throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring projects are delivered successfully while maximising value and mitigating risk.

This role offers exposure to technically complex projects and would suit an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step within a business that is investing heavily in its future growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial delivery of major construction and infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and administer subcontract packages, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Produce accurate cost reporting, forecasting and cash flow analysis.
• Monitor project budgets and commercial performance.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Support procurement activities and subcontractor negotiations.
• Manage change control and contractual matters throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work collaboratively with project delivery teams to achieve commercial and operational objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company commercial procedures.

About You

We're looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a strong commercial background and a proven track record working on major projects for recognised contractors.

You will have:

• Previous experience working for a leading main contractor or major infrastructure contractor.
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge.
• Experience managing subcontractor procurement and commercial administration.
• Excellent cost reporting, forecasting and financial management skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to project delivery.

Experience in any of the following sectors would be highly advantageous:

• Substations
• High Voltage Infrastructure
• MEP Projects
• Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• Energy & Utilities
• Major Infrastructure

However, candidates with experience delivering major construction or infrastructure projects for recognised contractors are strongly encouraged to apply.

What's on Offer?

• Basic salary of £80,000–£85,000
• Annual bonus
• Opportunity to join a market-leading international contractor
• Long-term project pipeline across infrastructure, energy and mission-critical sectors
• Clear career progression opportunities within a rapidly growing business
• Exposure to some of the UK's most significant infrastructure and energy projects
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

Why Apply?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a contractor that is experiencing significant growth and success across some of the construction industry's most resilient and fastest-growing sectors. You'll have the opportunity to work on technically challenging projects while developing your career within a business that actively promotes from within and invests in its people.