Quantity Surveyor - Defence

Location:

Faslane

Sector:
Refurbishment | Civils | Marine

Employment Type:

Permanent, Full-time

Our client, a leading UK contractor, is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team delivering a series of complex and high‑profile projects within Faslane Naval Base. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a long‑term programme of works across refurbishment, civil engineering, and marine infrastructure sectors — all within one of the country’s most secure and strategically important sites.

We are looking for individuals ideally with NEC experience.

On offer is a salary up to £60k plus car allowance, bonus, accommodation provided alongside an extremely generous tax‑free subsistence allowance for anyone staying away from home.

• Managing commercial and contractual aspects of multiple live projects from procurement through to final account.
• Preparing and managing budgets, cost plans, and valuations.
• Administering subcontracts, including payments, variations, and change management.
• Working closely with project managers and site teams to ensure financial control and value for money.
• Supporting the commercial team with forecasting, risk management, and reporting.

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Chartered (MRICS) or working towards professional accreditation (desirable).
• Proven experience working for a main contractor within the infrastructure or defence sector.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts, cost management, and commercial processes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a secure, regulated environment (security clearance will be required).

• Work with a respected contractor on a secure, high‑value project portfolio.
• Long‑term pipeline of works within a unique and challenging environment.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and career progression opportunities.

If you’re a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor seeking your next long‑term opportunity and have the experience and professionalism to work on one of the UK’s most significant defence sites, then send your CV.