Senior Quantity Surveyor

United Infrastructure is a UK‑based infrastructure services company delivering critical energy, power, water, telecoms and social infrastructure projects. Following the acquisition of Wood’s UK Transmission & Distribution business, United Infrastructure has strengthened its capabilities in power engineering, construction and asset optimisation, supporting grid resilience and the transition to a low‑carbon energy system. The company partners with public and private clients to deliver safe, sustainable and future‑ready infrastructure across the UK.

Due to significant growth across our Transmission and Distribution business, Wood is seeking an established Senior Quantity Surveyor to support our growing workload within the Commercial area of our business. This hybrid role offers flexibility in working between home, site and our Glasgow office. The successful candidate will provide commercial support for financial and contractual matters throughout the management of client projects, including post‑award contract administration, cost analysis, cash‑flow forecasting, subcontracting strategy development and project reporting.

A strong commercial judgement, flexibility and the ability to collaborate via MS Teams and travel to sites across Scotland are key.

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across emerging energy sectors.
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs, offering hybrid and remote working where relevant.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
  : we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business.
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
• Flexible benefits package inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4× base salary life insurance and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle.
• Commitment to continued professional development – development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests.
• Global connections – join experts around the world at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession.

• Post‑award contract administration, ensuring payment applications and invoices are prepared on time and accurately, capturing full contract entitlement and change in variations or amendments.
• Timely provision of commercial/contract deliverables such as bonds, PCGs, evidence of insurance and reporting.
• Development, implementation and maintenance of project commercial plans, including subcontracting strategy and profit improvement plans.
• Regular cost analysis to maximize recoverable costs, minimize disallowable costs, identify cost‑saving areas and ensure adequate accruals and provisions.
• Ensure all commercial‑related DOA matters are correctly approved and documented.
• Preparation of project cash‑flow forecasts, expenditure, invoice preparation and expediting of payments in line with client contract requirements.
• Developing subcontracting commercial strategy in conjunction with project management, supply chain and other functions as required.
• Preparation and analysis of inputs to key contract and internal project reporting, and participation in internal project reviews.
• Developing robust project forecasts in conjunction with the project team.

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Law or Business Studies and an appropriate professional qualification (preferred).
• Substantial demonstrated experience within a QS or Senior QS role, preferably from a transmission and distribution overhead lines background.
• Working knowledge of NEC contracts.
• Awareness of all relevant corporate and project procedures.
• Proven experience in contract administration and change management.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Finance

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, review the responsibilities and qualifications above and click the link to apply and start your journey with Wood.