SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related field
• Demonstrated experience in a Quantity Surveyor role, working for either a main contractor or subcontractor
• Previous experience working on large-scale civil engineering project
• Strong knowledge of NEC form of Contract
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Demonstrated capability in managing subcontractors, ensuring quality, adherence to timelines, and alignment with contract requirements
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities
• Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic, while being self-driven and capable of working independently or as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence
• Legal right to work in the UK without restrictions (no sponsorship available)

ROLE: QUANTITY SURVEYOR

Location: Based on Site, North East of Scotland
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Nicol of Skene, a well-established civil engineering construction company based in Scotland, is seeking an experienced QUANTITY SURVEYOR to join and strengthen our project team, on a large civil engineering and horizontal directional drilling project based in the North East of Scotland.
As a key team member of a leading civil engineering, multi-utility and horizontal directional drilling contractor in the North-East of Scotland, you will play a key role in managing the costs & value relating to a high value major infrastructure project. This role will be primarily site-based in the North East, with periodic travel to our Head Office in Westhill, Aberdeenshire.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain strong working relationships and clear communication with key project stakeholders, including the Client, Project Manager, Managing Quantity Surveyor, and engineering teams
• Produce monthly CVRs and deliver presentations to Senior Management, highlighting key insights and progress, risks and opportunities
• Prepare and submit Applications for Payment promptly, adhering to the contract’s specified deadlines and timescales
• Responsible for the commercial management of subcontractors, including the assessment and certification of payment applications, management of compensation events, and agreement of final accounts
• Participate in meetings with client representatives and contribute input while maintaining a high standard of professionalism
• Prepare and submit project cash flow forecasts to the Managing QS on a monthly basis
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of contractual risks and opportunities, ensuring the wider team is kept informed and aligned
• Ensure familiarity with the Integrated Management System and encourage its consistent application across project activities