Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Description

£70,000 to £80,000 per year, plus £8K car allowance and package

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

27/09/2026

About this job

• Infrastructure ProjectsLocation: Inverness (Hybrid Working) Employment Type: Permanent Salary – £70-80,000 plus car / £8K car allowance and package Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Surveyor to join a growing infrastructure-focused organisation supporting major projects across the Highlands and wider Scotland.

This hybrid role combines office, site, and remote working, offering both flexibility and exposure to high-profile civil engineering and infrastructure schemes.

The successful candidate will play a key role in commercial and contractual management, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, on budget, and to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of infrastructure projects from pre-contract through to final account
• Prepare, review, and manage cost plans, valuations, and financial reporting
• Administer NEC (or similar) contracts, including change control and compensation events
• Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and performance
• Monitor project budgets and forecasts to ensure financial targets are achieved
• Provide accurate and timely reporting to senior stakeholders
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities
• Support project teams to ensure compliance with contractual obligations
• Mentor and support junior commercial staff where required Key Requirements
• Proven experience in a Senior Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor role within infrastructure or civil engineering
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts (essential)
• Experience working on large-scale infrastructure, utilities, or civil engineering projects
• Excellent commercial acumen and financial management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders effectively
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related discipline Additional Information This role will suit a commercially driven individual looking to take the next step in their career within a dynamic and forward-thinking infrastructure environment, while benefiting from the lifestyle and work-life balance offered by a Highlands-based role.