An established civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure schemes across Scotland is looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor to strengthen its commercial team. This is a business built on long-term relationships, repeat work, and consistent project delivery across infrastructure, energy, and ground engineering sectors. You ll take ownership of commercially significant packages and play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered profitably and efficiently. What You ll Be Doing Commercial management of infrastructure projects from start to finish Preparing and managing valuations, variations, and cost reports Monitoring project financial performance and forecasting Managing subcontractor accounts and procurement Administering NEC contracts and managing change events Working closely with operational teams to drive commercial performance Supporting accurate and timely reporting to senior management What They re...

A leading and highly respected subcontractor is seeking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their site-based team on a major construction project in Glasgow. They are a well-established business known for delivering a range of interior solutions to large main contractors across varying sectors, including commercial, healthcare, education, and more. As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in managing and controlling costs, establishing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and site teams, and mentoring junior members of the commercial team. You will be responsible for (but not limited to): - Advising and liaising with operational management on contract and commercial matters. - Advising on all commercial reports; assuring valuations are maximised and paid on time. - Reporting on monthly costs, maintaining accurate financial records, and preparing cost forecasts. - Ensuring quotations are evaluated carefully and comply with...

Are you an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with a true passion for excellence looking to take your career to the next level? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments? If so, we want you on our team! At McLaughlin & Harvey we position our people for success and have built a culture on collaboration. We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to enhance our team and drive success across our high value projects. Why join us? Exciting Projects Work on varied sector projects and leave a lasting legacy Career Growth Clear progression pathways and continuous professional development Collaborative Culture Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and a commitment to excellence Competitive Package Enjoy a competitive salary, great benefits with flexible and hybrid working options What you will be doing Preparing, negotiating and analysing costs for budgets. Ensure sub-contractors are pre-qualified in accordance with management...

Senior Quantity Surveyor McLaughlin & Harvey are one of the leading Building and Civil Engineering Contractors operating throughout the UK and Ireland. We are seeking to recruit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the team. Responsibilities The Senior Quantity Surveyor is responsible for leading all commercial aspects of the project, providing commercial support and advice to the team to aid decision making, maintaining commercial information and ensuring compliance with the contractual requirements. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will monitor contract progress against the agreed programmes, control costs against agreed budgets/end cost forecasts, prepare and agree interim valuations and final accounts, prepare and agree any necessary claims for reimbursements and for loss and expense and will liaise the customers and third parties on all commercial matters. It is the Senior Quantity Surveyors responsibility to evaluate potential implications for...

Senior Quantity Surveyor Glasgow (phone number removed) + Car + Bonus + Benefits Step into the energy sector with long-term job security and career progression built in. With projects lined up for the next 5-10 years, you'll commercially manage high-value Overhead Line, Underground Cable and Substation projects, gaining deep sector expertise and opening doors to senior leadership positions as the business expands. Enjoy flexible and hybrid working arrangements that fit around your life, not the other way round. You'll also benefit from a generous holiday entitlement, with the option to buy an extra five days if you need them. There's a strong focus on continuous learning and development, with mentoring programmes and support that will help you sharpen your commercial skills and prepare you for future promotions. On top of that, you'll get a contributory pension scheme, private medical insurance, and the option to join a car scheme, all designed to give you peace of mind both...

Contract Scotland are working closely with an established main contractor based in Central Scotland to source a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their established commercial team. With a long-standing presence in the Scottish market, they boast an impressive portfolio across both public and private sectors and have a proud history of developing and promoting talent. As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for (but not limited to): - Advising and liaising with operational management on contract and commercial matters - Advising on all commercial reports; assuring valuations are maximised and paid on time - Reporting on monthly costs, maintaining accurate financial records, and preparing cost forecasts - Ensuring quotations are evaluated carefully and comply with project specifications - Successfully managing sub-contractor accounts - Supporting junior members of the commercial team To be considered for this role, you will: - Be degree qualified in Quantity Surveying -...

We are recruiting a Senior Quantity Surveyor for one of the largest and most successful privately-owned construction and development groups in the UK. They pride themselves on "family feel" culture, underpinned by a massive scale of operation and a debt-free financial standing. The Bristol team is expanding, and are looking for someone who thrives on autonomy, technical challenge, and delivering excellence. Your Role As a Senior QS, you won't just be "crunching numbers." You will be the commercial heartbeat of your assigned projects-typically ranging from 10m to 70m+ across sectors including commercial, education, industrial, and student accommodation in both new build and cut and carve. Key Responsibilities: Commercial Management: Oversee the financial performance of major projects from inception to final account. Procurement: Manage subcontract procurement, ensuring robust scopes of work and competitive pricing. Risk & Opportunity: Identify commercial...

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor (SQS) to lead the commercial function across a portfolio of fa ade construction and fa ade remediation projects. This role is ideally suited to candidates with a main contractor background who have previously managed large-scale fa ade packages, including cladding, glazing, curtain walling, and external wall system works. The SQS will take full commercial responsibility for project delivery, ensuring robust financial management, accurate forecasting, contract compliance, and successful subcontractor administration across multiple live schemes. Great company, great people, please contact for more information. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas...

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor (Freelance) Location: North London (multiple sites) Contract Type: Freelance Contract Rate: £550 £650 per day INSIDE IR35 Company Overview We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of civil engineering and infrastructure projects across North London. This opportunity sits with a well-established Tier 1 contractor operating across sectors including water, utilities, transport, and energy. The business delivers projects through long-term frameworks, standalone schemes, and reactive works, offering exposure to a diverse range of project types and environments. This is a great opportunity to join a high-performing commercial team on a contract basis, supporting key infrastructure projects with an immediate start. The Role As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take responsibility for the commercial management of multiple projects across various sites in North London. This is a...

Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Grangemouth, Falkirk : Excellent salary package + hybrid working + clear pathway for progression The Opportunity Great opportunity for an ambitious QS / Senior QS to get involved with projects that will have a positive impact on people's lives across Scotland, within a role which will offer a fast-tracked route to a Framework Management / Commercial Management position. We are recruiting on behalf of one of the UK's leading critical infrastructure contractors for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing Warter Engineering team. Operating at the forefront of infrastructure renewal and transformation, this organisation delivers essential services across water, energy, power, nuclear, pharmaceutical and industrial sectors. With long-term frameworks, strong client relationships and a reputation for technical excellence, this is a business where commercial professionals are genuinely valued as strategic partners not just cost...

Senior Quantity Surveyor Shaping the Future of Renewable Energy Location: Glasgow Sector: Civil Engineering (Wind Farms, Battery Storage, Substations) Job Type: Permanent About the Role An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a highly respected civil engineering contractor based in Glasgow. The business has a strong reputation for delivering complex and innovative infrastructure projects, including wind farms, battery storage facilities, and substations. This role offers the chance to play a key part in high-profile renewable energy projects, contributing directly to Scotland s transition to a more sustainable future. You will be part of a progressive and supportive team where your expertise is valued and your impact is clearly recognised. Key Responsibilities Manage all commercial, contractual, and financial aspects of construction projects Ensure projects are delivered within budget and to the highest...

Are you ready to elevate your career in the civil engineering sector? Imagine working with a leading Tier 1 Civil Engineering Contractor in Perth, renowned for their expertise in Highways roads and bridges. This is your chance to be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, quality, and professional growth. This role offers more than just a position; it provides a platform to showcase your skills and contribute to high-profile projects that shape the infrastructure landscape. As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial and contractual success of major civil engineering projects. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving efficiency and excellence from project inception to completion. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience in quantity surveying within the civil engineering sector, particularly in roads and bridges. A strong understanding of cost management, contract administration, and risk assessment is essential....

Location: New York City Visa & relocation support for UK / Irish cost managers Ready to take your quantity surveying career to New York? You ve cut your teeth in UK cost consultancy. You know your way around complex commercial, residential or hospitality schemes. You re operating at Project / Senior / AD level but every project is starting to feel a bit samey and you re unclear what the future opportunity looks like. Is it just the status quo? This move puts you in one of the world s most dynamic construction markets, working on bigger, faster, more complex projects and being trusted to shape how cost management is done on the ground. It s a chance to swap incremental change for a genuine step change in responsibility, exposure and lifestyle. Why make the move? • New York projects, not just New York postcards Work on high profile office interiors, hospitality, leisure, and residential developments, with the scale and pace you simply don t see in most UK regional...

Job Title: Project Quantity Surveyor Location: Central London Contract Type: Contract (Outside IR35) Rate: Circa £400 per day Company Overview We are recruiting for a Project Quantity Surveyor to join an established team delivering works under a long-term maintenance framework in London. This is a great opportunity to work within a structured commercial team on a stable and ongoing programme of works. The Role As a Project Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial delivery of maintenance works, working closely alongside a Senior Quantity Surveyor to ensure effective cost management and contractual administration. This role will be primarily based at the Surrey Quays office, with site involvement as required. Key Responsibilities • Supporting the commercial management of maintenance framework projects • Cost and value reporting and assisting with CVRs • Administration of NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4) • Assisting with subcontractor procurement and management •...

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. VolkerStevin are recruiting for our long term framework in Helensburgh. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to join a well established team a support the business on a number of projects within the framework. The position will allow for flexibility of site base of Helensburgh and office location of Glasgow City Centre. The position does require the capability of securing Security Clearance. Overview: Reporting to the Project Manager on site, the Senior Surveyor is responsible for all commercial and contractual matters on the site allocated to them and should be able...

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor Type: Permanent Location: Glasgow Salary: 55,000 - 60,000 + Package Start: ASAP Role: I am supporting a good client of mine with regards to a Quantity Surveyor position on a permanent basis, this is a great opportunity to get on board with an increasingly busy client. Within this position you will be working with a specialist M&E Contractor who deliver both new build and refurbishment commercial & residential projects. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate recent and relevant experience within the M&E construction sector and be happy with completing estimating duties when required This opportunity will be ideal for both someone who is looking to continue their development with vast exposure within a smaller commercial team an a candidate who is more experienced and looking to progress into commercial management. Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Prepare and oversee...

Role: Quantity Surveyor Location: Ayrshire Type: Full-time, Permanent We are delighted to be working in partnership with a well-established and highly regarded civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor for their commercial team in Ayrshire. This contractor has a long-standing presence in the Scottish civil engineering market and is known for delivering high-quality infrastructure and roadworks projects across the region. With a strong reputation, stable leadership, and a healthy pipeline of secured work, they offer an excellent environment for long-term career development. As Quantity Surveyor, you will work closely with senior management and operational teams to maintain high commercial standards across projects, providing sound advice on contractual and financial matters while ensuring robust cost control. Key Responsibilities: Preparation and management of Monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) Maximising valuations and...

A well-established and highly respected main contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team, based out of their Glasgow office and supporting building projects across Scotland s Central Belt. Our client is a privately owned contractor with a strong pipeline of work across sectors including commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, and public sector developments. They have built a reputation for delivering high-quality projects and maintaining long-term relationships with key clients. Typical project values range from £5m - £30m. As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial management of projects from pre-construction through to final account. Working closely with the commercial and operational teams, you will ensure projects are delivered within budget while maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors and clients. Key responsibilities: - Managing project costs from tender through to final account. -...

Quantity Surveyor- Civils Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a true passion for excellence looking to take your career to the next level? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments? If so, we want you on our team! At McLaughlin & Harvey we position our people for success and have built a culture on collaboration. We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to enhance our team and drive success across our high value projects. Why join us? Exciting Projects Work on varied sector projects and leave a lasting legacy Career Growth Clear progression pathways and continuous professional development Collaborative Culture Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and a commitment to excellence Competitive Package Enjoy a competitive salary, great benefits with flexible and hybrid working options What you will be doing Preparation and analysis of budgets Procurement of the Supply Chain and preparation of order documentation in...

A fantastic opportunity for a Site Engineer to join a highly respected civil engineering contractor with an outstanding reputation for developing and retaining its people. This is a business where people stay, progress, and build long-term careers not just move from project to project. You ll be working across 2 3 live sites at any one time across the West of Scotland, all within commuting distance, meaning you re home every night. This is a role with real variety, responsibility, and progression potential from day one. Why this role stands out Exceptional training and hands-on mentorship from experienced senior engineers and contracts managers Clear and supported career progression the business actively promotes from within Very low staff turnover, reflecting a positive, supportive working environment Exposure to a wide range of civil engineering and infrastructure projects Opportunity to grow into more senior engineering or site management roles Key...