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Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job in Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh Area, EH1, Scotland, UK
Listing for: Hays Construction and Property
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-13
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 65000 GBP Yearly GBP 65000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Your new company

A leading global engineering, design and project management consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its growing Edinburgh team. Working across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure, transportation, energy and construction projects, you'll play a key role in delivering high-profile developments that help shape the built environment across Scotland and the wider UK.

Your new role
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for providing commercial and contractual support throughout the project lifecycle. Working closely with project managers, clients and multidisciplinary teams, your duties will include:

Cost planning, estimating and budgeting
Contract administration and procurement support
Managing project costs and financial reporting
Identifying and mitigating commercial risks
Preparing valuations, change control and final accounts
Supporting and mentoring junior team members
Building and maintaining strong client relationships
Ensuring projects are delivered within budget and to programme
This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, high-value projects whilst developing your career within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation.

What you'll need to succeed

Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline
Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within consultancy, infrastructure or construction environments
Strong understanding of standard forms of contract, including NEC and/or JCT
Excellent commercial awareness and cost management skills
Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities
MRICS qualification, or working towards chartership, would be advantageous.
Full right to work in the UKWhat you'll get in return

Competitive salary and annual bonus opportunities
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional leave
Pension scheme and comprehensive benefits package
Private healthcare and wellbeing support
Clear career progression and professional development opportunities
Support towards professional accreditation and continued learning
The opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting and challenging projects

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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