Quantity Surveyor
- Aberdeen
- £55,000-60,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Sector: Civil Engineering & Infrastructure
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £55k £60K + Car/Allowance + BenefitsWe are currently supporting a reputable and well-established civil engineering contractor based in Aberdeen, known for delivering high-quality infrastructure and groundworks projects across the North East of Scotland. With a strong order book and growing project portfolio, they are looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their commercial team.The successful candidate will be responsible for the commercial management of multiple civils projects from pre-construction through to final account. This is a key role within the business, supporting the delivery of projects safely, efficiently and profitably, while ensuring contractual and commercial compliance at all times.Key Responsibilities
- Manage the commercial aspects of civil engineering projects including groundworks, roads, drainage, utilities and infrastructure
- Prepare, submit, and negotiate interim valuations, final accounts and variations
- Monitor project costs, budgets and cash flow
- Provide accurate monthly cost/value reconciliation and reporting
- Assist in tender preparation, take-offs and pricing of work packages
- Ensure compliance with contract terms (NEC, JCT, etc.)
- Work closely with project managers, site teams and clients to ensure cost control
- Procure subcontractors and manage payments, assessments and variations
- Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the civil engineering or infrastructure sectors
- Degree-qualified (or equivalent experience) in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management
- Strong working knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contracts
- Excellent numeracy, analytical and negotiation skills
- Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and commercial reporting tools
- Full UK driving licence
- Competitive salary (depending on experience)
- Company car or car allowance
- Pension scheme and private healthcare options
- Supportive working environment with clear progression routes
- Opportunity to work on a diverse range of civils projects in the Aberdeen/North East region
- Long-term job security with a contractor invested in staff development