Job type
PermanentLocation
GlasgowWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Construction - Building ProjectsIndustry
ConstructionPay
Exceptional Salary and Benefits
Are you a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Scotland seeking to work on a large, high-profile project?
Senior Quantity Surveyor – Tier 1 Contractor (Scotland)
Location: Central Belt (Edinburgh / Glasgow) Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Benefits Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent Sector: Infrastructure / Government-Funded Projects
1. Your New Company
You’ll be joining one of the UK’s leading Tier 1 contractors, renowned for delivering complex, high-value infrastructure projects across Scotland and beyond. With a strong pipeline of government-funded work, business is at the forefront of shaping the nation’s built environment. This particular opportunity is tied to a flagship public sector programme — a multi-million-pound initiative that will have a lasting impact on communities and national infrastructure.
2. Your New Role
As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll play a pivotal role in the commercial delivery of a major construction project. You’ll lead on cost management, subcontractor procurement, valuations, and contractual compliance across key packages of work. Working closely with project managers, clients, and stakeholders, you’ll ensure financial performance is optimised while maintaining the highest standards of governance and reporting. You’ll also support and mentor junior QS staff, contributing to a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
3. What You'll Need to Succeed
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
- Proven experience in a Senior QS role within a Tier 1 contractor.
- Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts and public sector frameworks.
- Demonstrable experience delivering large-scale construction projects
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong commercial acumen.
4. What You'll Get in Return
- Opportunity to work on a nationally significant, high-profile project.
- Competitive salary package with car allowance, pension, and private healthcare.
- Clear career progression within a respected Tier 1 contractor.
- Hybrid working options and flexible site arrangements.
- Supportive leadership and a culture that values innovation and collaboration.
5. What You Need to Do Now
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a transformative project for Scotland, we’d love to hear from you.
