Senior Quantity Surveyor

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We're looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to support our project construction team by leading and advising on all commercial matters. You will work closely with the Commercial Manager, Project Manager, and Finance & Procurement teams, ensuring all projects are delivered profitably, contractually compliant, and to the highest standards.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * \n\n Lead and manage all commercial aspects of assigned projects.\n\n * \n\n Negotiate and prepare contractual variations with clients and subcontractors.\n\n * \n\n Measure and value works completed on-site, ensuring accuracy and transparency.\n\n * \n\n Prepare and agree monthly payment applications with clients.\n\n * \n\n Assist in tender preparation, cost planning, and bid support.\n\n * \n\n Track design changes and ensure all variations are captured and agreed.\n\n * \n\n Assess subcontractor applications and monitor their performance.\n\n * \n\n Review and report progress against the works programme.\n\n * \n\n Maintain budgetary control and prepare cost-to-completion forecasts.\n\n * \n\n Issue and manage Early Warning Notices (EWNs) in line with contract requirements.\n\n * \n\n Support Project Managers with contractual and commercial advice.\n\n * \n\n Liaise with the Legal team to prepare and review sub-contracts.\n\nWhat We're Looking For\n\n * \n\n Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related field.\n\n * \n\n 10+ years' experience in a similar role within Utilities, Civil Engineering, Oil & Gas, or M&E industries.\n\n * \n\n Strong commercial acumen and numerical analysis skills.\n\n * \n\n Proven ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.\n\n * \n\n Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.\n\n * \n\n Sound understanding of standard forms of contract (e.g. NEC, JCT, FIDIC).\n\n * \n\n Flexibility to travel to project sites as required

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Location:
Edinburgh
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Business

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