The Company

A well‑established civil engineering contractor delivering highways and infrastructure projects across the UK. The business is currently expanding its presence in Scotland and is in the process of securing office space, offering flexibility in the interim with home‑based working.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quantity Surveyor to join a growing commercial team delivering highways and civil engineering projects. This is a hybrid role, combining time working from home, on site, and from the office once established.

You will play a key role in managing project costs from early involvement through to final account, ensuring strong commercial performance and cost control throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation, review, and ongoing management of detailed cost estimates and budgets
• End‑to‑end commercial management from enquiry through to final account settlement
• Production and presentation of accurate monthly CVRs to senior management
• Implementation of effective cost control and value‑engineering measures
• Management of contract documentation including bills of quantities and scopes of work
• Review and negotiation of contract terms to ensure compliance and risk mitigation
• Management of applications for payment and responses to support cash flow forecasts
• Professional and timely response to client and stakeholder queries
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Mentoring and supporting junior and intermediate Quantity Surveyors
• Contributing to a collaborative, high‑performing commercial team environment

About You

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (or a related discipline)
• Proven experience within civil engineering / highways infrastructure
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and commercial processes
• Sound working knowledge of NEC contracts
• Highly analytical with strong attention to detail
• Confident communicator, able to work collaboratively with operational and commercial teams
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant QS / commercial software
• Professional, ethical, and commercially astute

What’s on Offer

• Hybrid working (home, site, and future office base)
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance / death in service
• Group income protection
• Private medical insurance
• Generous holiday allowance
• Employee benefits and retail discount platform
• Supportive environment with long‑term career development