Quantity Surveyor

Job description

A well-established and respected main contractor based in Glasgow is looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.

Working as part of a supportive commercial team, you will be responsible for the full commercial management of projects from pre-construction through to final account. The role is primarily office-based in Glasgow, with regular travel to live sites across the Central Belt of Scotland.

With a varied project portfolio, you will get the opportunity to work within a range of sectors including commercial, education, community, conservation, leisure, and more.

Key responsibilities include:

- Commercial management of projects from inception to completion.

- Preparation and management of budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.

- Procurement of subcontractors and materials.

- Valuation of works, variations, and change control.

- Applications for payment and final accounts.

- Liaison with site teams, clients, and subcontractors.

- Ensuring commercial risks and opportunities are effectively managed.

About you:

- 4 years’ post-graduate experience as a Quantity Surveyor.

- Proven experience working for a main contractor.

- Degree in Quantity Surveying.

- Commercially astute with strong negotiation skills.

- Comfortable working both from the office and visiting sites regularly.

- Well organised, proactive, and confident managing your own workload.

What's on offer:

- Opportunity to join a stable contractor with a strong pipeline of work.

- Exposure to a diverse range of projects across the Central Belt.

- Salary and benefits package (dependent on experience).

If you’re a Quantity Surveyor based in or around Glasgow and looking for your next move with a reputable main contractor, I’d be keen to speak with you!

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Glasgow

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-03-2026

Profession type

Technical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English