Senior Quantity Surveyor in Grangemouth, Falkirk

Energy Jobline CVL; Grangemouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting firm is seeking a Quantity Surveyor for a permanent position in Grangemouth, Scotland. This role involves managing project commercial aspects, supporting financial reporting, and ensuring effective contract administration. Candidates should have a degree in Quantity Surveying, strong commercial acumen, and proficiency in cost management and Microsoft Office. Competitive package and equal opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong commercial acumen with proven success in construction or infrastructure projects.
• Expertise in Standard Forms of Contract (particularly NEC) and Methods of Measurement.
• Proficiency in cost reporting, cash flow management, and project controls.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of project commercial management.
• Support the preparation and review of weekly and monthly CVRs.
• Administer contracts effectively.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Cost reporting

Cash flow management

Analytical approach

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Westlakes Recruit - Quantity Surveyor (Grangemouth, Scotland)

We are currently recruiting for a quantity surveyor on a permanent basis in Grangemouth, Scotland.

What you'll be doing

• Take ownership of project commercial management, ensuring accurate measurement, valuation, and timely cash collection to maintain healthy project cash flow.
• Support the preparation and review of weekly and monthly CVRs, ensuring cost and value reporting is robust and reliable.
• Administer contracts effectively, managing Early Warnings, Compensation Events, and variations in line with NEC and other standard forms.
• Work closely with suppliers and subcontractors from procurement through to final account, driving performance and ensuring best value.
• Provide commercial insight and productivity analysis to support tender compliance and accurate forecasting.
• Lead or support negotiations on unit rates, variations, and KPIs, protecting margins while maintaining positive client relationships.
• Monitor contract KPIs, recommend improvements, and ensure compliance with agreed targets and standards.

What you'll bring

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong commercial acumen with proven success in construction or infrastructure projects.
• Expertise in Standard Forms of Contract (particularly NEC) and Methods of Measurement.
• Proficiency in cost reporting, cash flow management, and project controls.
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• A professional, analytical, and collaborative approach, with the ability to influence outcomes and add value to every stage of the project.

As an equal opportunities business, we value applications.