Senior Quantity Surveyor

Reference: 4809942Job ID: 5402939Posted: 2026-10-19Closing date: 2027-01-16Location: EdinburghSalary: 6 per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Construction / Property and SurveyingCompany: HaysConsultant: James CoyleHays office: Glasgow — 3rd Floor, The Beacon, 176 St Vincent StreetPhone: Email: you are a Quantity Surveyor in Scotland and would like to explore new opportunities, then please contact James in Hays Construction and Property team on or email.

What you'll get in return60,000 If you want to know about the requirements for this role, read on for all the relevant information. - 70,000 basic salaryHybrid and flexible working arrangementsGenerous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional leavePension scheme and comprehensive benefits packagePrivate healthcare and wellbeing supportClear career progression and professional development opportunitiesSupport towards professional accreditation and continued learningThe opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting and challenging projectsYour new companyA leading global engineering, design and project management consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its growing Edinburgh team.

Working across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure, transportation, energy and construction projects, you'll play a key role in delivering high-profile developments that help shape the built environment across Scotland and the wider UK.Your new roleAs a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for providing commercial and contractual support throughout the project life cycle.

Working closely with project managers, clients and multidisciplinary teams, your duties will include: Cost planning, estimating and budgetingContract administration and procurement supportManaging project costs and financial reportingIdentifying and mitigating commercial risksPreparing valuations, change control and final accountsSupporting and mentoring junior team membersBuilding and maintaining strong client relationshipsEnsuring projects are delivered within budget and to programmeThis is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, high-value projects whilst developing your career within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation.

What you'll need to succeedDegree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related disciplineProven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within consultancy, infrastructure or construction environmentsStrong understanding of standard forms of contract, including NEC and/or JCTExcellent commercial awareness and cost management skillsStrong stakeholder management and communication abilitiesMRICS qualification, or working towards chartership, would be advantageous.

Full right to work in the UKWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4809942 - James Coyle

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