Senior Quantity Surveyor - Power & Renewables

Kirby Group Engineering; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent package

Career development programmes

Job summary

Kirby Group Engineering in Glasgow is seeking a Commercial Lead with expertise in cost management, procurement, risk, and contract administration for long-term, high-value projects.

You will develop detailed cost plans, manage subcontractor accounts, and prepare regular progress reports. The role also involves negotiating contracts, guiding procurement, and mentoring junior surveyors to ensure delivery on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Review Tender budgets and validation to ensure all scope is captured and risks identified.
• Develop detailed cost plans and keep them updated weekly.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, interim valuations, and final accounts; process payments as per terms.
• Prepare weekly and monthly commercial project reports with cost plans, cash flow forecasts, schedules, and risk assessments.
• Draft, review and negotiate contracts with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms; manage changes, variations, claims and dispute resolution.
• Oversee procurement in collaboration with Project/Procurement teams; select suppliers and sub-contractors; negotiate tenders for best value.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance; identify and mitigate project risks.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders; attend meetings; manage interim commercial reviews.
• Lead and mentor junior quantity surveyors; promote continuous improvement and best practices.

Job description

• Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years
• To build your career by assisting in the delivery of 'leading edge' engineering projects.
• To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.
• To benefit from Kirby's Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.
• To work with the best.
• Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations

About Kirby Group Engineering
Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of 'blue chip' companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK, Europe and South Africa, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

Project Cost Management

• Reviewing Tender budgets and carrying out validation of same ensuring all scope has been captured and identify any risks.
• Developing detailed cost plans and ensuring plans are updated on a weekly basis.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, interim valuations, and final accounts. Ensure payment certificates are processed, and payments are made according to the agreed sub-contract and procurement terms, including retentions as per agreements.
• Prepare weekly and monthly commercial project reports, including updated cost plans, cash flow forecasts, schedule updates, and risk assessments, and present them to senior management in the monthly project reviews.

Contract Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions.
• Manage contract changes and variations, including claims and dispute resolution.
• Administer contract obligations and meet additional client requirements. Issue interim and final accounts and progress applications per project and contract requirements. Monthly applications should include accurate remeasures, site changes, dayworks, and any applicable contract claims.
• Have a practical understanding of scheduling and its associated commercial implications. Ensure close collaboration with the Project Planner and Project Manager for accurate progress reporting.

Procurement

• In collaboration with the Project and Procurement Team oversee the procurement process, including the selection of suppliers and subcontractors.
• Evaluate and negotiate tenders and bids to ensure best value for money and ensure all Subcontract Orders are placed in accordance with the Company's process and procedures.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance.

Risk Management

• Manage supplier relationships and performance.
• Identify and assess project risks, developing mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and manage risk throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure all risk management activities are documented and communicated effectively.
• Identify potential commercial risks and promptly report them to Senior Management. Follow Senior Management's direction in undertaking work duties.

Client Management

• Liaise with clients, project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met and have the ability to negotiate commercial and contractual topics.
• Attend project meetings and provide input on cost and contractual matters.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with all project stakeholders.
• Conduct and manage interim commercial meetings with clients and the internal project team.

Team Leadership and Development

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team to execute various project stages.
• Lead and mentor junior quantity surveyors and other team members.
• Set an example of enthusiasm, loyalty, and hard work in all duties.
• Implement best practices and innovative solutions to enhance project delivery.
• Encourage a culture of continuous improvement within the team

Kirby Group Engineering is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.