Senior​/MQS

Senior / Managing Quantity Surveyor – Energy Project (Edinburgh)

Location:

Edinburgh (site-based)

Duration:
Minimum 2 years

Reporting to:
Regional Commercial Manager

We are seeking an experienced Senior or Managing Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of a major energy infrastructure project in Edinburgh. This role will focus on ensuring robust commercial management, contract compliance, and financial control across the project lifecycle. The project is administered under FIDIC terms and conditions, making prior FIDIC experience essential.

• Lead the commercial management of a large-scale energy project
• Administer and manage FIDIC contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation
• Manage subcontractor procurement, including tendering and contract preparation
• Oversee subcontractor valuations, payments, and final accounts
• Prepare and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cost/value reconciliations
• Deliver accurate cost reporting and financial projections
• Work closely with Project and Site Managers to optimise commercial performance
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities
• Support dispute resolution and contractual negotiations where required

• Proven experience at Senior or Managing Quantity Surveyor level
• Strong working knowledge of FIDIC contracts (essential)
• Demonstrable experience within the energy sector, ideally including:
  • High Voltage (HV) works
  • Substation projects
• Minimum 5+ years post-qualification experience in construction, civil engineering, or electrical infrastructure
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar
• Strong commercial acumen and contract management skills
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities

• Chartered status (e.g., RICS)
• Experience with in utilities / electrical infrastructure / renewables environments

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a long-term (minimum 2-year) flagship energy project with strong pipeline continuity and career progression potential.