Senior Quantity Surveyor, Buildings

Sector:
Construction Consultancy | Buildings & Infrastructure

Location:

Glasgow (Hybrid Working Available)

Employment Type:

Permanent
Salary:
Competitive + Benefits + Career Progression

We are currently supporting the search for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading consultancy team delivering major projects across Glasgow and the West of Scotland. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded QS to take ownership of high-value, complex schemes across a diverse portfolio including education, residential, infrastructure, and public sector developments. You will play a key role in delivering best-in-class cost and commercial management services while supporting the growth of a high-performing regional team.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take responsibility for leading commercial delivery across multiple projects, working closely with clients, design teams, and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.

• Leading full cost management services from feasibility through to final account
• Preparing detailed cost plans, estimates, and commercial reports
• Managing post-contract administration under NEC, JCT, and SBCC contracts
• Providing commercial advice and risk management strategies across projects
• Monitoring budgets, forecasts, and financial performance
• Supporting procurement strategy and tender analysis
• Building and maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships
• Mentoring and supporting junior Quantity Surveyors
• Contributing to business growth through bid support and client engagement

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Strong experience in a consultancy or client-side environment
• Proven track record delivering large-scale construction or infrastructure projects
• Excellent knowledge of NEC and JCT/SBCC contracts
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills
• Experience across pre- and post-contract QS duties
• MRICS chartership (or working towards) highly desirable
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• A proactive and leadership-driven approach

This is a strong opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to step into a more influential role within a growing regional team.

You can expect:

• Exposure to landmark projects across multiple sectors
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Strong pipeline of secured work
• Clear progression opportunities within a consultancy environment
• Support for continued professional development and chartership
• A collaborative and commercially focused team culture

If you are a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for your next challenge in Glasgow or the wider West of Scotland, we would welcome a confidential conversation about this opportunity. Apply today.