Senior Quantity Surveyor – Civils

Job Ref: 59515
Salary circa: £0
City: Livingston
Sector: Civils

Job Description

We are working with a leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team in Scotland.

With a strong pipeline of secured work across the major infrastructure, energy, water, and transportation sectors, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business delivering some of Scotland’s most significant engineering projects.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the commercial management of complex civil engineering schemes from pre-construction through to final account, working closely with operational teams, clients and supply chain partners.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the commercial management of major civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
  • Administer NEC contracts and manage contractual obligations.
  • Prepare and manage cost forecasts, CVRs and financial reporting.
  • Assess and manage subcontractor accounts and payments.
  • Identify, manage and maximise project opportunities and variations.
  • Support procurement activities and supply chain engagement.
  • Work collaboratively with project delivery teams to ensure commercial success.
  • Assist with risk management and dispute avoidance.
  • Prepare and negotiate final accounts.

Requirements

  • Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
  • Proven experience within civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities, energy or transportation projects.
  • Strong knowledge of NEC contracts.
  • Excellent commercial acumen and financial management skills.
  • Ability to manage stakeholder relationships at all levels.
  • Experience working on the commercial aspects of projects valued from £5m to £100m+ desirable.

What’s on Offer

  • Opportunity to work on landmark projects across Scotland.
  • Long-term secured workload within a well-established contractor.
  • Clear progression opportunities within the business.
  • Flexible and supportive working environment.

If you are a Quantity Surveyor looking to develop your career on high-profile civil engineering and infrastructure projects, we’d like to hear from you.

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