Senior Quantity Surveyor-Glasgow

H&MV Engineering; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

H&MV Engineering in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead day-to-day commercial activities on large-scale HV projects. You will collaborate with project teams, clients, and stakeholders to deliver robust commercial results for H&MV.

You will manage procurement, contract administration, variations, and monthly cost reporting, while mentoring junior members of the commercial team.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying preferred.
• Minimum 2-3 years experience in a senior QS role.
• Proficient with Excel and MS Office.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Collaborative and initiative-driven.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day commercial and contract activities.
• Creation and monitoring of procurement schedule.
• Ensure supplier agreements and sub-contractors are managed in accordance with company policies.
• Use the agreed costing system for allocation and coding to meet internal and external requirements.
• Provide regular updates to ensure contract milestones are achieved.
• Handle monthly payment applications.
• Update contract obligations to meet client requirements.
• Manage Tender vs Construction Cost analysis.
• Mentor junior commercial team members.
• Notify client/senior management of value increases or issues.
• Produce monthly cost reports for Commercial Manager.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Job description

Reporting to: Regional Commercial Manager

About H&MV Engineering:

H&MV Engineering is a global leader in high-voltage electrical engineering, powering the transition to a sustainable future. We’re at the cutting-edge of renewable energy, data centres, and complex utility projects - powered by a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

Our foundation is built on safety, collaboration, and respect. These values shape how we work, how we lead, and how we grow. And at H&MV Engineering, growth isn’t just a goal—it’s a mindset.

We invest in our people, offering opportunities to develop, lead, and shape the future of energy. We value passion, motivation, and problem-solving skills, and we believe that diverse perspectives fuel better outcomes.

We’re not here to keep up—we’re here to lead.

About the Role:

We’re looking for a experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team. In this role, you’ll manage day to day commercial activities on large scale HV projects. You'll work closely with teams, clients, and key stakeholders to deliver on the commercial side of projects for H&MV.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day to day commercial and contract activities.
• Creation and monitoring of procurement schedule.
• Ensure supplier agreement and sub-contractors are managed in accordance with company policies.
• Use the agreed costing system for allocation and coding to meet all internal and external requirements.
• Providing regular updates/information to ensure contract milestones are achieved.
• Payment applications – monthly or as agreed with the client.
• Update contract obligations to meet additional client requirements.
• Manage Tender Vs Construction Cost analysis.
• Manage sub-contractor accounts, providing Project Managers assistance in selecting/appointing sub-contractors, drafting sub-contractor contracts, processing payments and controlling variations.
• Have official handover meeting with estimating team.
• Contract Negotiations, agreement of payment terms and milestones.
• Liaising with the client and sub-contractors (attending site meetings when required).Regular contact with site staff/PM for project updates and tracking project Variations.
• Providing support and mentorship to develop junior members of the commercial team.
• Responsible for notifying client/senior management of any increased project value or issues which may affect company performance.
• Responsible for production and presentation of monthly cost reports to Commercial Manager.

Key Requirements:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying desired
• Minimum 2-3 Years’ Experience in a senior QS position
• Proficient in Microsoft office features including excel.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to problem solve in a collaborative fashion.
• Team player who demonstrates high level of initiative.

H&MV Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Join our inclusive team and help build a brighter, more sustainable future—one project at a time.