| Location | Edinburgh, United Kingdom |
| Category | Building |
| Job Type | Contract |
| Salary | £75K - £80K + Package + Bonus |
Description
Senior / Managing Quantity Surveyor – Energy Project (Edinburgh)
Location: Edinburgh (site-based)
Duration: Minimum 2 years
Reporting to: Regional Commercial Manager
Role Overview
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.
Key Responsibilities
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
Key Requirements
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
Desirable
Chartered status (e.g. RICS)
Experience within utilities / electrical infrastructure / renewables environments
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a long-term (minimum 2-year) flagship energy project with strong pipeline continuity and career progression potential.
Location: Edinburgh (site-based)
Duration: Minimum 2 years
Reporting to: Regional Commercial Manager
Role Overview
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.
Key Responsibilities
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
Key Requirements
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
Desirable
Chartered status (e.g. RICS)
Experience within utilities / electrical infrastructure / renewables environments
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a long-term (minimum 2-year) flagship energy project with strong pipeline continuity and career progression potential.
