Senior Quantity Surveyor

KBR; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Glasgow is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee costs for major construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Quantity Surveying and be MRICS qualified, with strong skills in cost management, procurement, and stakeholder engagement. This hybrid role requires three days in the office. Join a team committed to safety and innovation while tackling significant projects in the infrastructure sector.

Qualifications

• Strong cost management and commercial acumen in budgeting and forecasting.
• Experience in procurement and contract administration, including claims.
• Ability to lead junior surveyors and ensure compliance with requirements.

Responsibilities

• Estimate, monitor, and manage costs associated with construction projects.
• Work closely with project managers, architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Ensure projects are completed within budget and regulatory standards.

Skills

Cost management

Commercial acumen

Procurement

Contract administration

Stakeholder engagement

CEMAR proficiency

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

MRICS

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Simply put, at KBR, we do things that matter.

Every day, our people work together to deliver solutions that are helping solve the great challenges and opportunities of our time, including climate change, national security, energy transition and security, cybersecurity, space exploration, and more.

We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Quantity Surveyor to support a major infrastructure programme in Scotland.

You will be responsible for estimating, monitoring, and managing the costs associated with construction projects. You will work closely with project managers, architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure projects are completed within budget and in compliance with relevant regulations and standards. Your expertise in cost estimation, contract administration, and financial management will be instrumental in the successful execution of construction projects.

What Do We Need

• Strong cost management and commercial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and risk management.
• Experience in procurement and contract administration, including variations and claims.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior surveyors, ensuring compliance with project and client requirements. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, working with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in CEMAR.

Qualifications

Ideally Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying

Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS)

Location

The role is Hybrid where 3 days per week will be spent in the office in Glasgow City Centre.

Occasional site visits will be required so having your own transport is essential.

Security Requirements

SC Clearance

Due to the secure nature of this project, restrictions in relation to UK residency and nationality will apply.

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