Senior Quantity Surveyor in Aberdeen

Energy Jobline ZR; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 92,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor for Aberdeen with hybrid working. The role leads commercial delivery for major civil works, managing high-value subcontracts and coordinating with the project team through pre-construction and into main build.

You will own cost control, forecasting, and contract administration on NEC3 Option A agreements. The position requires proven NEC3 experience, civil/infrastructure background, and the ability to work from Westhill 3 days per week with 2

Qualifications

• Proven track record managing large subcontracts under NEC3 Option A.
• Experience in major civil/infrastructure works.
• Ability to work from Westhill office 3 days/week.
• Strong cost forecasting and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Take full commercial responsibility for major civil works packages.
• Execute end-to-end subcontract administration under NEC3 Option A.
• Lead commercial negotiations and variation management.
• Ensure accurate forecasting and risk mitigation during pre-construction and build kickoff.

Skills

Contract management

Commercial negotiation

Risk mitigation

Tools

CEAR software

Job description

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor | Aberdeen / Hybrid | Up to £550/day

Role

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Civil Works)

Location

Westhill, Aberdeen (3 days office/site, 2 days WFH)

Duration

ASAP - 31/12/2026

Rate

£500 - £550 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35)

Hours

42 hours per week

The Opportunity

Join a Tier 1 project team delivered in partnership with SSE on a major pre-construction energy infrastructure project near Peterhead. This interim contract bridges a critical resource gap during the pre-construction phase leading into full site construction on October 1st. You will lead commercial delivery for key civil works, taking ownership of high-value, complex subcontract packages for two major substations and associated facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full commercial responsibility for major civil works packages, including groundworks (£22m & £6m) and steel/envelope packages (£13m).
• Execute end-to-end subcontract administration and management under NEC3 Option A contracts.
• Lead commercial negotiations, variation management, applications for payment, and final accounts.
• Ensure accurate forecasting, cost reporting, and risk mitigation throughout the pre-construction phase and main build kickoff.

Requirements

• Contract Expertise: Proven track record managing large-scale subcontracts strictly under NEC3 Option A.
• Sector Background: Strong background in major civil engineering, infrastructure, or heavy groundwork's packages.
• Subcontract Scale: Hands-on experience administering individual packages valued in excess of £10m+.
• Location: Ability to work from the Westhill, Aberdeen office 3 days per week (2 days remote).
• Software (): Practical experience using CEAR software for subcontract administration.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, , , , , , , marital status, veteran status, or disability status