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Posted 02 August, 2026

Senior Quantity Surveyor

BAM UK & Ireland
Kilsyth, SCT, GB Full Time

Job Description

Building a sustainable tomorrow BAM UK & Ireland is looking to recruit an experienced and motivated Senior Quantity Surveyor who can strengthen our existing team on the new Fanellan substation, located near Beauly, Inverness-shire.Initially, you will be based out of our Kilsyth office, before transitioning to site during the project delivery phase where you will likely be on site a minimum of 3 days per week with the remaining 2 days at one of our head offices (Kilsyth or Inverness). A living-away allowance will be provided for working away from home along with other package benefits.This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-performing team working on complex and meaningful infrastructure projects that are shaping the future of energy in Scotland.Making Possible As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the following:Managing diverse projects, ensuring quality, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness, with an emphasis on adding valueCollaborating in joint venture projects, building productive relationshipsExcelling in contract negotiation for optimized project profitabilityMentoring teams and enhancing operational capabilitiesShowcasing exceptional collaboration and communication skillsExcelling in multitasking to meet deliverables without compromising qualityManage, supervise and mentor your reports within the commercial structureProvide and control the strategy of commercial contacts with clients representativesProvide commercial contact with supply chain partners through pre-contract meetings, contract vetting and input to subcontract documentsCommercial management of subcontractorsMonitor the timely production of reliable cost performance dataProduce and present monthly/quarterly reportsBe responsible for the timely production of appropriate levels of applications for payments in accordance with the provisions of the conditions of contractProviding commercial advice to the site team and management on all contractual issuesProduce the financial assessment of insurance claims with the insurers representativesWhat do you bring to the role? Necessary:Successful experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor, or at Quantity Surveyor level looking to take the next step in your career, demonstrating effective core commercial skillsExperience of NEC forms of contractDemonstrable ability to mentor and coach direct reportsAbility to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with the project team including the Client, Project Managers and DesignersHave the confidence and ability to work within a team environment, and to have a positive influence on outcomesRelevant qualification (Degree, HNC/D) ???????Advantageous:Early Contractor Involvement experienceExperience of target cost contractsRelevant Professional qualification (CICES/RICS)Whats in it for you? Competitive salaryA wide range of family-friendly policiesCompany car/car allowance/travel allowance8 % matched pension contributionsPrivate healthcareLife assurance26 days holiday2 wellbeing days1 volunteering dayPersonal and professional developmentTPBN1_UKTJ