Quantity Surveyor – Civils
Glasgow
£45,000 – £55,000 + car/allowance and package

My client is a leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join a major civils project on the outskirts of Glasgow. This role will support the commercial team in managing subcontract packages, cost controls, and contract administration to ensure the project’s commercial success.

Role Overview
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will assist in the effective commercial management of a £70M infrastructure project. Working closely with the Senior QS and Commercial Manager, you will play a key role in cost reporting, subcontract management, risk identification, and ensuring compliance with contract requirements.

Key Responsibilities

- Support communication and coordination with subcontractors, including engineering and system package partners.
- Assist with the administration of NEC3/NEC4 contracts, offering guidance on commercial and contractual matters.
- Contribute to the preparation and management of subcontract documentation, including procurement, tendering, variations, and work package administration.
- Provide accurate measurement of quantities and assist in the preparation of valuations. Support the preparation of monthly cost reports, progress updates, and work‑in‑progress statements.
- Help maintain commercial compliance across the project, safeguarding the company’s position at all stages.
- Assist in pricing variations across multiple disciplines (not limited to M&E).
- Participate in the preparation of monthly forecasts, financial statements, and anticipated final accounts.
- Contribute to effective cost control and budget monitoring, ensuring value for money across delegated resources.
- Work collaboratively with project management and wider delivery teams to support commercial decision‑making.
- Adhere to all company policies, including those relating to health & safety, sustainability, environmental management, and data protection.

Qualifications & Experience

- Degree in Quantity Surveying (BSc) or equivalent qualification.
- Experience working with NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4), ideally Option C.
- Strong communication and negotiation abilities with the confidence to engage with subcontractors and project stakeholders.
- Well‑organised with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Proficient IT skills, particularly within the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Experience within the civil engineering or infrastructure sector is highly advantageous.

Benefits

- Clear career development pathways with opportunities for progression into Senior QS and commercial leadership roles.
- Access to further technical training and professional development.
- Flexible working arrangements (where project permitting).
- Competitive holiday entitlement and supportive work-life balance ethos.
- Comprehensive health and wellbeing initiatives.

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