Quantity Surveyor

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a major HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) transmission link project in Torness, Scotland. This long-term contract opportunity offers the chance to play a key role in the commercial delivery of one of the UK's most significant energy infrastructure schemes, supporting the expansion and reinforcement of the national electricity network.

Working closely with project and commercial teams, you will be responsible for managing project costs, contract administration, change control, valuations, forecasting, and subcontractor accounts throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing commercial and contractual aspects of the project.
• Preparing and reviewing valuations, applications for payment, and final accounts.
• Identifying, managing, and negotiating variations and compensation events.
• Monitoring project costs and supporting financial forecasting.
• Administering subcontractor accounts and commercial performance.
• Producing commercial reports and supporting project stakeholders.
• Ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and project procedures.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within infrastructure, utilities, engineering, energy, or construction sectors.
• Strong commercial and contractual management experience.
• Experience managing change control, cost reporting, and subcontractor accounts.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to work predominantly site-based in Torness.

Desirable

• Experience within the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector.
• NEC contract experience.
• Experience on large-scale energy or utility infrastructure projects.

What's on Offer

• Long-term contract running until 2029.
• Outside IR35 engagement.
• Opportunity to work on a nationally significant energy infrastructure project.
• Competitive day rate.
• Stable, long-term project pipeline within the UK utilities and energy sector.