Site Quantity Surveyor

NRL Ltd; Ose; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Site-Based Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial aspects of two significant substation projects on the Isle of Skye. This long-term opportunity offers a competitive day rate of £500–£525 and a two-year contract, ensuring stability and the chance to work on crucial energy infrastructure developments. Ideal candidates must have substantial experience in civil or energy projects and be familiar with NEC3 contracts.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Long-term 2-year contract

Opportunity to work on significant infrastructure projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor on major projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC3 contracts.
• Ability to work site-based from Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial and contractual aspects of projects.
• Administer contracts under NEC3 standards.
• Oversee project cost control and valuation.

Skills

Experience in major civil or energy/infrastructure projects

Knowledge of NEC3 contracts

Communication and negotiation skills

Job description

Site Based Quantity Surveyor Required

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team on-site for two major substation build and expansion projects based on the Isle of Skye. This is a long-term opportunity with a two-year contract, offering stability and the chance to work on significant infrastructure developments.

Job Details

Location: Isle of Skye, Scotland

Contract Length: 2 Years

Day Rate: £500 – £525 per day (can be paid via Construction Industry Scheme)

Working Pattern: Monday – Friday, 8 hours per day

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial and contractual aspects of two substation projects.
• Administer and manage contracts under NEC3, ensuring compliance and best practice.
• Oversee change management, variations, and cost control throughout project delivery.
• Prepare and manage monthly valuations, payment applications, and cost forecasting.
• Support procurement activities and subcontractor management.
• Provide commercial advice to the project team and ensure risks/opportunities are effectively managed.
• Work closely with site management and project stakeholders to deliver within budget and timescales.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor on major civil, M&E, or energy/infrastructure projects.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC3 contracts.
• Previous experience in substation projects or similar power/energy infrastructure (highly desirable).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and reporting skills.
• Ability to work site-based on the Isle of Skye, Monday to Friday.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive day rate of £500–£525 (CIS).
• Long-term 2-year contract with consistent work.
• Opportunity to work on significant infrastructure projects in the energy sector.

For more information, please contact Jack Bonnick of NRL on [e-mail].

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.