Senior Quantity Surveyor

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Job summary

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd in Inverness is seeking an experienced Senior Surveyor to lead commercial management on major infrastructure projects across the Highlands and wider Scotland. The role combines site, office, and hybrid working, with a focus on delivering projects on budget and to high standards.

The successful candidate will oversee cost plans, valuations, and financial reporting, administer NEC contracts, manage subcontractors, and mentor junior commercial staff in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Experience as Senior Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor in infrastructure or civil engineering.
• Strong NEC contracts knowledge.
• Experience on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Excellent commercial and financial management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial management of infrastructure projects from pre-contract through to final account.
• Prepare, review, and manage cost plans, valuations, and financial reporting.
• Administer NEC contracts, including change control and compensation events.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and performance.
• Monitor project budgets and forecasts to ensure targets are met.
• Provide accurate and timely reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Mentor and support junior commercial staff where required.

Skills

NEC contracts knowledge

Commercial management

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Communication

Financial management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

£70,000 to £80,000 per year, plus £8K car allowance and package

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

27/09/2026

About this job

• Infrastructure ProjectsLocation: Inverness (Hybrid Working) Employment Type: Permanent Salary - £70-80,000 plus car / £8K car allowance and package Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Surveyor to join a growing infrastructure-focused organisation supporting major projects across the Highlands and wider Scotland.

This hybrid role combines office, site, and remote working, offering both flexibility and exposure to high-profile civil engineering and infrastructure schemes.

The successful candidate will play a key role in commercial and contractual management, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, on budget, and to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of infrastructure projects from pre-contract through to final account
• Prepare, review, and manage cost plans, valuations, and financial reporting
• Administer NEC (or similar) contracts, including change control and compensation events
• Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and performance
• Monitor project budgets and forecasts to ensure financial targets are achieved
• Provide accurate and timely reporting to senior stakeholders
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities
• Support project teams to ensure compliance with contractual obligations
• Mentor and support junior commercial staff where required Key Requirements
• Proven experience in a Senior Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor role within infrastructure or civil engineering
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts (essential)
• Experience working on large-scale infrastructure, utilities, or civil engineering projects
• Excellent commercial acumen and financial management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders effectively
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related discipline Additional Information This role will suit a commercially driven individual looking to take the next step in their career within a dynamic and forward-thinking infrastructure environment, while benefiting from the lifestyle and work-life balance offered by a Highlands-based role.