Quantity Surveyor

Position: Quantity Surveyor (Permanent)
A well established civil engineering company based in Scotland, is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join and strengthen their team.

As a key team member of a leading civil engineering, multi utility and horizontal directional drilling contractor in the North East of Scotland, you will play a key role in managing the costs & value relating to various projects. This role will be primarily based at our Head Office in Westhill, Aberdeenshire with periodic travel to sites across the North-East.

Key Responsibilities:

* Maintain strong working relationships and clear communication with key project stakeholders, including Clients, Contract Managers, and engineering teams

* Produce monthly CVRs and presenting to Senior Management, highlighting key insights and progress, risks and opportunities

* Prepare and submit Applications for Payment promptly, adhering to the contracts specified deadlines and timescales

* Responsible for the commercial management of subcontractors, including the assessment and certification of payment applications, management of compensation events, and agreement of final accounts

* Participate in meetings with client representatives while maintaining a high standard of professionalism

* Prepare and submit project cashflow forecasts to the Managing QS on a monthly basis

* Demonstrate a strong understanding of contractual risks and opportunities, ensuring the wider team is kept informed and aligned

* Ensure familiarity with the Integrated Management System and encourage its consistent application across project activities

Skills & Experience Required:

* A degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related field preferred

* Demonstrated experience in a Quantity Surveyor role, working for either a main contractor or subcontractor

* Previous experience working on civil engineering projects involving earthworks, infrastructure & plotworks is beneficial

* Proficiency in MS Office

* Demonstrated capability in managing subcontractors, ensuring quality, adherence to timelines, and alignment with contract requirements

* Strong communication and negotiation abilities

* Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic, while being self-driven and capable of working independently or as part of a team

* Full UK driving licence

* Legal right to work in the UK without restrictions (no sponsorship available)

* Experience of utilities and HDD works is advantageous, however not necessarily required