Quantity Surveyor

A well established civil engineering company based in Scotland, is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join and strengthen their team.

As a key team member of a leading civil engineering, multi utility and horizontal directional drilling contractor in the North East of Scotland, you will play a key role in managing the costs & value relating to various projects. This role will be primarily based at our Head Office in Westhill, Aberdeenshire with periodic travel to sites across the North-East.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain strong working relationships and clear communication with key project stakeholders, including Clients, Contract Managers, and engineering teams
• Produce monthly CVRs and presenting to Senior Management, highlighting key insights and progress, risks and opportunities
• Prepare and submit Applications for Payment promptly, adhering to the contracts specified deadlines and timescales
• Responsible for the commercial management of subcontractors, including the assessment and certification of payment applications, management of compensation events, and agreement of final accounts
• Participate in meetings with client representatives while maintaining a high standard of professionalism
• Prepare and submit project cashflow forecasts to the Managing QS on a monthly basis
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of contractual risks and opportunities, ensuring the wider team is kept informed and aligned
• Ensure familiarity with the Integrated Management System and encourage its consistent application across project activities

Skills & Experience Required:

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related field preferred
• Demonstrated experience in a Quantity Surveyor role, working for either a main contractor or subcontractor
• Previous experience working on civil engineering projects involving earthworks, infrastructure & plotworks is beneficial
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Demonstrated capability in managing subcontractors, ensuring quality, adherence to timelines, and alignment with contract requirements
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities
• Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic, while being self-driven and capable of working independently or as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence
• Legal right to work in the UK without restrictions (no sponsorship available)
• Experience of utilities and HDD works is advantageous, however not necessarily required