Senior Quantity Surveyor

Randstad · Westhill, Scotland

Senior Quantity Surveyor at Randstad, based in Westhill, Scotland. This is a contract role with hybrid working.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Westhill, Scotland · Hybrid
Contract
Contract
Posted
1 month ago
Closes
7 Oct 2026
Sector
Groundworker

Reference PR-1534212

About the role


Senior Quantity Surveyor (Contract) - Civil Infrastructure

Location: Aberdeen (Hybrid - 3 days office/site, 2 days WFH)

Rate: £500 - £550 per day (Umbrella / Inside IR35)

Duration: Initial contract through December 2026 (ASAP Start)

Work Pattern: Monday - Friday, 42 hours per week


About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage major commercial packages on a significant civil infrastructure development in the Aberdeenshire region.

Joining during the crucial pre-construction phase ahead of main build start, you will take commercial ownership of high-value civil work packages. This contract bridges a key resource gap and offers long-term stability running through to at least the end of 2026.


Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the commercial management and administration of major subcontracts, specifically groundwork's (packages valued at ~£22m and ~£6m) and structural steel/envelope packages (~£13m).
  • Administer subcontracts under NEC3 Option A terms, ensuring rigorous cost control, change management, and risk mitigation.
  • Manage subcontractor valuations, variations, compensation events, and final accounts.
  • Work closely with the project team during the pre-construction phase to establish robust commercial procedures.
  • Report on commercial progress, financial reconciliations, and cash flow forecasting to project leadership.

Requirements & Experience
  • Commercial Expertise: Proven track record as a Senior Quantity Surveyor managing major subcontracts on large-scale civil engineering or major build infrastructure projects.
  • Contract Knowledge: Extensive hands-on experience administering NEC3 Option A contracts.
  • Package Experience: Demonstrated experience managing groundwork's, earthworks, and structural steel/envelope scopes.
  • Software: Familiarity with commercial management software; experience with CEAR is highly desirable.
  • Qualifications: Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent; MRICS / MCInstCES qualification (or working towards) is advantageous.
  • Location: Must be able to commute to the office/site base in Aberdeen 3 days per week.

How to Apply

If you are a Senior Quantity Surveyor with strong NEC3 Option A and groundwork's package experience looking for a secure, high-rate contract in Aberdeenshire, apply today with your updated CV for immediate consideration.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.


skills

CAD

Reference: PR-1534212 · Posted 1 month ago · Closes 7 Oct 2026 · Listed via Randstad

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