Quantity Surveyor

CV-Library

£55,000–£70,000 a year

Glasgow

Location

Full-time

Job type

Permanent

Contract type

On-site

Work setup

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In brief

This Quantity Surveyor role manages the financial and contractual aspects of construction projects delivered under the NEC suite of contracts. The work involves overseeing commercial performance, handling subcontractor accounts, and ensuring all project activities remain compliant with strict contractual timelines and commercial governance procedures.

Best for

Quantity Surveyors with extensive NEC contract experience

Non-negotiable

Minimum 3 years of experience in a QS or commercial role

What you need

Required

  • Quantity Surveying degree

    Clearly required in the listing

  • NEC contract management

    3+ years

  • Cost control

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Subcontract procurement

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Communication

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Negotiation

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Numerical skills

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Cemar

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Aconex

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Microsoft Excel

    Clearly stated in the job description.

Preferred

  • RICS membership

    Clearly required in the listing

  • CIOB membership

    Clearly required in the listing

  • NEC ECC Option C

    Clearly required in the listing

  • ERP

    Clearly stated in the job description.

Your day-to-day

  • Manage commercial project performance

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Handle NEC contract mechanisms

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Oversee subcontractor procurement

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Support change control processes

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Prepare financial reports

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Draft contractual correspondence

    Clearly stated in the job description.

Experience expected

Level

Mid-level

Based on what the listing states

Years of experience

3+ years

of relevant experience stated for this role

Clearly stated in the listing

Evidence from the listing

Supports level and years

“Minimum 3 years of experience in a QS or commercial role.”
Full job description (from employer)⌄

Anderson Knight has a new Opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor The Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing all aspects of the contractual and financial side of construction projects delivered under the NEC suite of contracts. The QS will ensure that projects are delivered on budget, within contract terms, and in compliance with all commercial governance procedures. 📌 Key Responsibilities Manage the commercial performance of NEC-based projects (ECC Option A, C, or others). Prepare, submit, and agree Applications for Payment, Compensation Events (CEs), and Early Warnings in accordance with NEC contract mechanisms. Assist in drafting and reviewing contractual correspondence and notices. Manage subcontractor procurement, valuations, variations, and final accounts. Support change control processes and pricing of contract changes. Liaise with project teams, clients, and subcontractors on commercial matters. Prepare cost reports, forecasts, and support monthly commercial reviews. Ensure adherence to contractual timelines, especially under NEC requirements. Assist in risk management and value engineering processes. Required Experience & Qualifications Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar. Minimum 3 years of experience in a QS or commercial role. Proven experience working with NEC3/NEC4 contracts (ECC or others). Strong understanding of NEC contractual mechanisms: CEs, EWN, Programme. Experience in managing cost control, budgets, and subcontract accounts. Proficient in using industry-standard tools (e.g., Cemar, Aconex, MS Excel, etc.). Skills & Attributes Excellent communication and negotiation skills. High attention to detail and strong numerical skills. Proactive, with a commercial mindset. Able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Confident in advising project teams on contractual obligations. Desirable Membership of RICS, CIOB, or working towards chartership. Experience with NEC ECC Option C (Target Cost) contracts. Familiarity with infrastructure, civil engineering, or utilities projects. Knowledge of cost management software or ERP systems

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