Senior Quantity Surveyor - Scotland

JR United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor in Scotland is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor based in Glasgow. The role requires significant experience with heavy civil engineering projects, offering competitive pay and excellent benefits. If you're looking to take the next step in your career, apply now with your CV.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Performance-related bonus scheme

Pension scheme with employer contributions

30 days annual leave including bank holidays

Continuous professional development support

Qualifications

• Proven commercial management experience in projects exceeding £10M.
• 10 years' experience in civil engineering quantity surveying.
• Thorough knowledge of NEC3/4 and FIDIC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial management of multiple high-value civil engineering projects.
• Produce detailed cost and cash flow forecasts.
• Mentor junior quantity surveyors and commercial team members.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Cost Analysis

Project Management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

MInstCES, MRICS or MCIArb qualification

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Client:

RJ McLeod

Location:

glasgow, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

20.07.2025

Expiry Date:

03.09.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Scotland

Location: Based in our Glasgow office with travel required to various project sites, occasionally with overnight stays required.
Salary: Competitive, DOE + Excellent benefits!
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Benefits: Attractive salary commensurate with experience, Company vehicle, Performance-related bonus scheme, Pension scheme with employer contributions, Continuous professional development support, 30 days annual leave including bank holidays

About Us:

As one of Scotland's most respected civil engineering contractors, we're at the forefront of transforming the nation's landscape through cutting-edge projects in wind power, grid infrastructure, energy storage and harbours.

Our diverse workload spans critical national infrastructure projects across the transport and energy sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead commercial management of multiple high-value civil engineering projects simultaneously
Manage contract administration, including variations, claims, and final accounts
Produce detailed cost and cash flow forecasts
Negotiate and manage subcontractor agreements
Monitor project costs and value engineering opportunities
Provide commercial advice to project teams and senior management
Lead procurement activities and supplier engagement
Mentor junior quantity surveyors and commercial team members

Proven commercial management experience in projects exceeding £10M
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related discipline
Significant heavy civil engineering project exposure to renewable energy infrastructure, highways, or marine construction
Thorough working knowledge of NEC3/4 and FIDIC contract forms
Ability to carry out detailed re-measurements in accordance with standard methods. E.g. CESSM4, NRM2 etc.
Proven track record in analysing, preparing and managing delay and disruption submissions, including detailed cost analysis and assessment of time-related costs
Demonstrable experience in analysing construction programmes, critical path analysis, and delay assessment
Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Valid driving licence
Working out of Glasgow office ideal candidate will have a willingness to travel to sites across Scotland, England and Wales for short periods at a time, where necessary.

10 years' experience in civil engineering quantity surveying
MInstCES, MRICS or MCIArb qualified or equivalent professional qualification
Understanding of heavy civils construction techniques
Knowledge of Scottish civil engineering sector

RJ McLeod is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.

If you feel you have the relevant skills and experience and don't want to miss this excellent opportunity then click on APPLY today, forwarding an up-to-date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance.