Senior Quantity Surveyor - Edinburgh

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Edinburgh

Edinburgh Full-Time 50000 - 65000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage costs and contracts for major engineering projects while collaborating with diverse teams.
  • Company: Join a leading global consultancy known for innovation and sustainability.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a collaborative work environment.
  • Other info: Dynamic workplace with opportunities for growth and professional recognition.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on complex infrastructure projects and advance your career.
  • Qualifications: Experience in Quantity Surveying, ideally at Senior level, with strong commercial skills.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 Β£ per year.

Your new company

You will be joining a leading global engineering and project management consultancy with a strong presence across the UK. With a reputation for delivering complex infrastructure and engineering projects, the organisation offers a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, with a clear focus on innovation, sustainability, and professional development.

Your new role

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial management of major projects. Responsibilities will include cost planning, contract administration, risk management, and stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, providing commercial expertise to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, whilst maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Proven experience in a Quantity Surveying role, ideally at Senior level
  • Background in infrastructure, engineering, or construction projects
  • Strong knowledge of contract forms (e.g. NEC)
  • Excellent commercial acumen and cost management skills
  • Ability to build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships
  • Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
  • Chartered status (MRICS) or working towards (desirable)

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Edinburgh employer: Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

Join a leading global engineering and project management consultancy in Edinburgh, where innovation and sustainability are at the heart of our operations. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work culture that prioritises professional development and offers ample opportunities for growth within the industry. As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality projects while enjoying the benefits of a supportive environment that values your expertise.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

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We think you need these skills to ace Senior Quantity Surveyor - Edinburgh

Cost Planning
Contract Administration
Risk Management
Stakeholder Engagement
Commercial Management
Knowledge of Contract Forms (e.g. NEC)
Commercial Acumen