Quantity Surveyor - Education Structure Build

About the role

Quantity Surveyor – Education Build Project – Glasgow, Scotland – Balfour Beatty

Support the commercial delivery of a major building project, working closely with the project team, customers and supply‑chain partners.

• Measure, record and value works in accordance with contractual requirements and company procedures.
• Manage the commercial performance of structural and building work packages.
• Prepare cost‑value reconciliations, forecasts and commercial reports.
• Review drawings, specifications and works information.
• Prepare bills of quantities, schedules of rates and first‑principle estimates.
• Procure subcontractors and manage subcontract enquiries, tender comparisons and adjudications.
• Manage subcontract accounts, including valuations, payments, variations and final accounts.
• Plan commercial activities in line with the construction programme.
• Collate and report accurate cost and value information.
• Develop a strong understanding of the customer contract and associated commercial risks.
• Identify, assess and manage change, delay and disruption.
• Build effective relationships with the customer, subcontractors and key stakeholders.
• Support and mentor less‑experienced members of the commercial team where required.

• Previous quantity surveying experience within the construction industry.
• Strong experience on building, structural or major construction projects.
• Experience managing subcontract procurement and subcontract accounts.
• Good knowledge of construction contracts and commercial processes.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and programme information.
• Experience preparing forecasts, cost reports and cost‑value reconciliations.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Effective communication, negotiation and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary project team.

• BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying, or equivalent commercial experience.
• Appropriate CSCS card.
• Membership of or working towards membership of RICS, ICES or CIOB.

• Smart working – flexible start and finish times, up to 40% remote working where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata).
• Family‑friendly policies: 28 weeks full pay maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay paternity/partner's leave.
• Competitive pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave and recognition schemes.

Balfour Beatty is a Disability Confident Employer and commits to removing barriers for individuals with disabilities and long‑term health conditions. The company encourages applications from people from all backgrounds and strives to create an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.