Quantity Surveyor

Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire
Contract Scotland

Quantity Surveyor

Location: Aberdeen (Office-Based with Site Visits)

Join a respected civil engineering contractor delivering a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects across the region. As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered profitably, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded professional who enjoys problem-solving, building strong client relationships, and contributing to the success of major construction works.

Role Purpose

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will manage all commercial and financial elements of projects from tender through to final accounts. You ll work closely with clients, project teams, and subcontractors to develop accurate cost plans, provide commercial insight, mitigate risk, and ensure value for money across every stage of delivery. You ll help maintain our high standards of safety, quality, and environmental performance while supporting the company s wider business goals.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial & Financial Management

• Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities and cash flow forecasts.
• Undertake cost analysis for both pre- and post-contract phases.
• Assist in defining client requirements and undertaking budget cost studies.
• Carry out risk and value management, cost control, and commercial decision-making.
• Prepare and analyse tender costs, obtain quotations, and develop subcontract documentation.
• Prepare interim valuations, final accounts, and manage payment processes.
• Support the preparation and negotiation of contractual claims.
• Produce detailed progress and commercial reports.
• Maintain commercial logs, registers, and accurate contract records.

Client & Stakeholder Coordination

• Build strong working relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and site teams.
• Advise on commercial implications, procurement strategy, and project delivery risks.
• Collaborate closely with Contract Managers, Engineers, and the Commercial Director.

Systems & Software

• Use industry software such as EasyEarthworks, MS Excel, Word, Project, Constructa and Entropy.

What You Bring

Essential

• Strong track record delivering projects within construction or civil engineering.
• Minimum 5 years experience in a commercial or site supervisory role.
• Educated to at least HND level in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong commercial acumen and financial awareness.
• Solid understanding of the full project management lifecycle.
• Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and results-driven mindset.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and operate as part of a team.
• Understanding of ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001.

Desirable

• Recognised project management qualification.

What s on Offer

• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of high-profile civil engineering projects.
• Opportunities for career development and professional growth.
• Ongoing training and support for professional qualifications and CPD.
• A collaborative, supportive working environment with strong cross-department teamwork.
• Chance to make a tangible impact on project efficiency, cost control, and delivery.
• Mix of office-based and site engagement for a varied and rewarding role.

Legal Information:
We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.