Job Summary We are now seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our expanding team across the United Kingdom, taking responsibility for commercial management of major infrastructure projects across our renewable energy, highways, and marine portfolio. Key Responsibilities Lead commercial management of multiple high-value civil engineering projects simultaneously Manage contract administration, including variations, claims, and final accounts Produce detailed cost and cash flow forecasts Negotiate and manage subcontractor agreements Monitor project costs and value engineering opportunities Provide commercial advice to project teams and senior management Lead procurement activities and supplier engagement Mentor junior quantity surveyors and commercial team members Essential Requirements Proven commercial management experience in projects exceeding 10M Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related discipline Significant heavy civil engineering project exposure to renewable energy infrastructure, highways, or marine construction Thorough working knowledge of NEC3/4 and FIDIC contract forms Ability to carry out detailed re-measurements in accordance with standard methods. E.g. CESSM4, NRM2 etc. Proven track record in analysing, preparing and managing delay and disruption submissions, including detailed cost analysis and assessment of time-related costs Demonstrable experience in analysing construction programmes, critical path analysis, and delay assessment Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills Valid UK driving licence Ideal candidate will have a willingness to travel to sites across Scotland, England and Wales for short periods at a time, where necessary. Desirable Experience MInstCES, MRICS or MCIArb qualified or equivalent professional qualification Understanding of heavy civils construction techniques Knowledge of Scottish civil engineering sector Benefits Package Attractive salary commensurate with experience Company vehicle Performance-related bonus scheme Pension scheme with employer contributions
05/06/2026
Full time
Job Summary We are now seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our expanding team across the United Kingdom, taking responsibility for commercial management of major infrastructure projects across our renewable energy, highways, and marine portfolio. Key Responsibilities Lead commercial management of multiple high-value civil engineering projects simultaneously Manage contract administration, including variations, claims, and final accounts Produce detailed cost and cash flow forecasts Negotiate and manage subcontractor agreements Monitor project costs and value engineering opportunities Provide commercial advice to project teams and senior management Lead procurement activities and supplier engagement Mentor junior quantity surveyors and commercial team members Essential Requirements Proven commercial management experience in projects exceeding 10M Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related discipline Significant heavy civil engineering project exposure to renewable energy infrastructure, highways, or marine construction Thorough working knowledge of NEC3/4 and FIDIC contract forms Ability to carry out detailed re-measurements in accordance with standard methods. E.g. CESSM4, NRM2 etc. Proven track record in analysing, preparing and managing delay and disruption submissions, including detailed cost analysis and assessment of time-related costs Demonstrable experience in analysing construction programmes, critical path analysis, and delay assessment Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills Valid UK driving licence Ideal candidate will have a willingness to travel to sites across Scotland, England and Wales for short periods at a time, where necessary. Desirable Experience MInstCES, MRICS or MCIArb qualified or equivalent professional qualification Understanding of heavy civils construction techniques Knowledge of Scottish civil engineering sector Benefits Package Attractive salary commensurate with experience Company vehicle Performance-related bonus scheme Pension scheme with employer contributions
D R Newitt is delighted to present an exciting opportunity for a Planning Officer with one of our Specialist Planning Consultancies based in Edinburgh who are a market-leading integrated Planning and Strategic Communications consultancy, active across the UK and Ireland, with offices in Edinburgh, Belfast, Dublin and London. They provide strategic advice with a commercial focus and has delivered planning approvals for schemes across all development sectors including energy, infrastructure, residential, retail, commercial, industrial, healthcare, tourism, and leisure. About the Role: We have an opportunity for a Consultant / Senior level Planning Consultant to join our Edinburgh office and help manage a growing caseload and client requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with our Planning Directors in our established Edinburgh office, to assist in running and delivery of a full range of projects across Great Britain.This provides an exciting opportunity for career progression and professional development. About You Applicants should have a degree / postgraduate qualification in Town Planning and at least 2 years of post-graduation professional experience, either having or are close to obtaining RTPI Chartered status. We are looking for a person with excellent planning skills in the sectors we operate and excellent professional skills with the ambition to develop as a practitioner, to work towards Associate level. The majority of the Edinburgh office work will be in Scotland and, as such, extensive professional experience of the Scottish planning system is essential, and experience of the English planning system is desirable. Applicants should possess a driving license and have access to a car to allow them to perform their duties in the position. The following core skills are also required: Excellent IT skills including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint Excellent planning and organisational skills Excellent problem-solving and negotiation skills Ability to manage a varied workload and meet strict deadlines
05/06/2026
Full time
D R Newitt is delighted to present an exciting opportunity for a Planning Officer with one of our Specialist Planning Consultancies based in Edinburgh who are a market-leading integrated Planning and Strategic Communications consultancy, active across the UK and Ireland, with offices in Edinburgh, Belfast, Dublin and London. They provide strategic advice with a commercial focus and has delivered planning approvals for schemes across all development sectors including energy, infrastructure, residential, retail, commercial, industrial, healthcare, tourism, and leisure. About the Role: We have an opportunity for a Consultant / Senior level Planning Consultant to join our Edinburgh office and help manage a growing caseload and client requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with our Planning Directors in our established Edinburgh office, to assist in running and delivery of a full range of projects across Great Britain.This provides an exciting opportunity for career progression and professional development. About You Applicants should have a degree / postgraduate qualification in Town Planning and at least 2 years of post-graduation professional experience, either having or are close to obtaining RTPI Chartered status. We are looking for a person with excellent planning skills in the sectors we operate and excellent professional skills with the ambition to develop as a practitioner, to work towards Associate level. The majority of the Edinburgh office work will be in Scotland and, as such, extensive professional experience of the Scottish planning system is essential, and experience of the English planning system is desirable. Applicants should possess a driving license and have access to a car to allow them to perform their duties in the position. The following core skills are also required: Excellent IT skills including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint Excellent planning and organisational skills Excellent problem-solving and negotiation skills Ability to manage a varied workload and meet strict deadlines
