Senior Quantity Surveyor

Edinburgh | Attractive Salary + Car Allowance + Bonus

A leading premium main contractor with a strong foothold in the Edinburgh market is seeking a talented Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their high‑performing commercial team. This is an exceptional opportunity to become part of a business renowned for its brilliant culture, long‑standing client relationships, and consistent pipeline of high‑quality work.
Your New Company

This contractor is well‑established within the City and continues to build on positive, long‑term partnerships with blue‑chip clients including universities, major financial services institutions, and local government bodies. With a focus on quality, collaboration, and delivering best‑in‑class projects, they offer a stable and supportive environment where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.

Your New Role
As Senior QS, you will take commercial lead across a range of exciting projects, ensuring effective cost management from pre‑construction through to final account. Working closely with internal stakeholders, clients, and the wider delivery team, you will provide commercial insight, risk management, and contract expertise to ensure successful project outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing the full commercial lifecycle of multiple projects
Preparing cost plans, valuations, variations, and final accounts
Leading procurement processes and managing subcontractor relationships
Supporting commercial strategy and reporting to senior leadership
Maintaining strong working relationships with clients and project teams

What You'll Need to Succeed

Proven experience operating as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within a main contracting environment
Strong commercial acumen with an ability to manage projects independently
Excellent communication skills and confidence in client‑facing situations
A proactive approach and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, low‑ego culture

What You'll Get in Return

You'll join a contractor that genuinely values its people and invests in long‑term career development. Alongside a positive and inclusive culture, you'll receive:

An attractive salary
Car allowance
Bonus scheme
Genuine progression opportunities and support from a highly experienced leadership team

What You Need to Do Now

If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a high‑quality main contractor offering stability, progression, and a standout working environment, we'd love to hear from you.

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