Senior Quantity Surveyor

Eden Scott; Inverness; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or allowance

Life insurance

Private health care

Up to 38 days annual leave

Employer pension contribution up to 10

Job summary

Eden Scott are recruiting a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a reputable civil engineering contractor in the North of Scotland, with active projects across energy, marine, transport and civil sectors. You will lead cost management and contractual aspects, guiding teams from inception to completion in a collaborative, high-impact environment.

The role demands an experienced QS with strong leadership to deliver budgets, risk management and stakeholder engagement, while mentoring junior staff and

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate budgets and cost plans.
• Monitor spending, variances and savings.
• Prepare, negotiate and manage contracts, ensuring compliance and resolving disputes.
• Lead tender processes and supplier selection.
• Negotiate favourable terms and build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Enforce cost controls and produce regular reports.
• Analyse performance and recommend improvements.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.
• Mentor junior staff and promote collaboration.
• Lead with professionalism and integrity.

Job description

A Senior Quantity surveyor is required to join the team of a reputable civil engineering contractor in the North of Scotland.

This is an opportunity within one of Scotland’s leading civil engineering and building contractors, with a strong presence across Inverness Highlands and Islands. They deliver transformative infrastructure projects across sectors including Energy, Marine, Transport, and Civil Engineering. With a collaborative culture, commitment to quality, and impactful work, the organisation offers a dynamic and rewarding environment for Quantity Surveyors looking to be involved with high profile, exciting projects while working within a close nit and supportive team.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will lead the cost management and contractual aspects of projects, providing expertise and guidance to ensure successful project delivery. This role requires an experienced QS with strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage complex projects from inception to completion. Responsibilities include:

• Develop accurate budgets and cost plans.
• Monitor spending, manage variances, and identify savings.
• Prepare, negotiate, and manage contracts, ensuring compliance and resolving disputes.
• Lead tender processes and supplier selection.
• Negotiate favourable terms and build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Enforce cost control measures and produce regular reports.
• Analyse performance and recommend improvements.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.
• Guide teams in proactive risk management.
• Mentor junior staff and promote collaboration.
• Lead with professionalism and integrity.

An above market average salary is on offer for the right candidate along with an extensive benefits package that includes, significant bonus, up to 38 days annual leave, up to 10% employer pension contributions, company car or allowance, Life insurance and private health care.