Senior Quantity Surveyor - Water MEICA (Hybrid, Framework)

Gearing Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Stepps; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Hybrid work model

Life assurance

Private medical insurance

Health cover

Job summary

Gearing Recruitment Solutions Ltd is assisting a leading Tier 1 contractor in Scotland to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor for water and wastewater projects. You will manage commercial delivery from tender to final account, ensuring financial performance and robust cost control.

The role offers hybrid working, NEC contract exposure, and clear career progression within a long-term framework. Experience in MEICA, M&E or civil engineering is beneficial, with strong Excel skills and client liaison.

Qualifications

• Previou s experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor in construction/utilities/engineering.
• Strong knowledge of NEC forms of contract.
• Good commercial awareness and cost management skills.
• Proficient in Excel and Office applications.
• Water industry experience is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial delivery of projects from contract award to final account.
• Prepare and agree valuations, variations, and measurements.
• Procure and manage subcontract packages, including tender enquiries.
• Monitor project costs, forecasts, cash flow, and commercial performance.
• Identify and manage commercial risks, opportunities, and change control.
• Produce monthly cost reports and commercial reporting.
• Build relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Ensure compliance with NEC contracts and procedures.
• Mentor and support junior surveyors within the team.

Skills

NEC contracts

Cost management

Valuations

Subcontract management

Excel

MS Office

Client liaison

Budget tracking

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gearing Recruitment Solutions Ltd is assisting a leading Tier 1 contractor in Scotland to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor for water and wastewater projects. You will manage commercial delivery from tender to final account, ensuring financial performance and robust cost control.

The role offers hybrid working, NEC contract exposure, and clear career progression within a long-term framework. Experience in MEICA, M&E or civil engineering is beneficial, with strong Excel skills and client liaison.