At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead commercial management of major construction projects, ensuring cost control and risk management.
- Company: Join a growing Cost and Commercial team in Edinburgh focused on significant infrastructure projects.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working arrangements, a competitive salary, and ongoing professional development support.
- Other info: MRICS status or progress towards chartership is highly desirable.
- Why this job: Work on landmark projects across Edinburgh and the East of Scotland in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Candidates should have a degree in Quantity Surveying and strong consultancy experience.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Our client is seeking an experienced and commercially focused Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing Cost and Commercial team in Edinburgh. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering some of the East of Scotland’s most significant construction and infrastructure projects, working across a diverse portfolio that includes education, residential, infrastructure, and public sector developments. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and forward-thinking team, taking ownership of complex projects while contributing to the continued growth of an established regional practice.
The Role
- Lead the commercial management of major projects from inception through to completion, ensuring robust cost control, effective risk management, and successful project delivery.
- Deliver pre-contract and post-contract Quantity Surveying services.
- Prepare cost plans, estimates, budgets, and commercial reports.
- Manage NEC, JCT, and SBCC contracts.
- Monitor project costs, financial performance, and commercial risk.
- Advise clients on procurement and commercial strategy.
- Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.
- Lead commercial discussions and project reporting.
- Mentor junior Quantity Surveyors and support team development.
- Support business development activities and client engagement initiatives.
- Promote best practice across multidisciplinary project teams.
About You
- A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
- Strong consultancy or client-side Quantity Surveying experience.
- Proven experience delivering large-scale construction, infrastructure, or public sector projects.
- Sound knowledge of NEC and JCT/SBCC contracts.
- Strong cost planning and commercial management capabilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- MRICS status or progress towards chartership is highly desirable.
- A proactive approach with the ability to lead projects and influence commercial outcomes.
What’s on Offer?
- Opportunity to work on landmark projects across Edinburgh and the East of Scotland.
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Clear career progression opportunities.
- Ongoing professional development and chartership support.
- Exposure to a varied and high-profile project portfolio.
- Collaborative and supportive team environment.
If you’re a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step in your career and work on some of Scotland’s most exciting developments, we’d be delighted to hear from you. Apply now for a confidential discussion and further information. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Senior Quantity Surveyor, Buildings employer: Advance Training & Recruitment Services
This construction consultancy offers a comprehensive benefits package and clear career progression opportunities. Located in Edinburgh, the team focuses on delivering high-profile projects in education, residential, and public sectors. They value diversity and promote a supportive work culture.
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Advance Training & Recruitment Services Recruitment Team
