Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Civil Engineering

Location: Central Belt, Scotland (Hybrid Working)

A well-established civil engineering contractor operating across Scotland is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team. The role offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of civil infrastructure projects across the Central Belt within a stable and forward-thinking organisation.

The Role

You will take commercial responsibility for civil engineering projects from pre-contract through to final account, ensuring effective cost control, value management, and contractual compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Full commercial management of civil engineering projects
• Preparation, submission, and agreement of interim valuations and variations
• Cost forecasting, reporting, and cash flow management
• Subcontractor procurement, administration, and payment
• Management of change, risk, and opportunity
• Working closely with site and project management teams
• Ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and internal procedures

About You

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering
• Strong knowledge of NEC forms of contract (or similar)
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Experience managing subcontract packages and final accounts
• Ability to manage multiple projects or workstreams
• Relevant degree or professional qualification (or equivalent experience)

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working arrangement offering flexibility
• Long-term career progression within a well-regarded civil contractor
• Exposure to a varied civil engineering workload across the Central Belt
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

This role is ideal for an experienced civil engineering Quantity Surveyor looking for a long-term position within a respected contractor.