Details:
- Salary: £500 - 550 - Day
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: AB32 Westhill Aberdeenshire
- Date: 12 hours ago
Description:
Senior Quantity Surveyor – Aberdeen
Multi Trades Recruitment are working on behalf of a Tier 1 contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor for a major infrastructure project based in Aberdeen.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor with strong civil engineering experience, particularly in large-scale subcontract management and NEC3 Option A contracts.
Job Details
Position: Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location: Aberdeen (office-based with hybrid working)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract End Date: 31/12/2026 - extension into 2027
Rate: £500 - £550 per day (Umbrella)
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Working Hours: 42 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday
The role will be based in Aberdeen, with flexibility to work from home approximately two days per week, requiring three days working from the office.
This is a temporary position designed to provide additional resource support during the project delivery period until a permanent member of staff is appointed later in the project lifecycle.
Project Overview
The project is a major infrastructure development located outside Peterhead, Aberdeen.
Construction is scheduled to commence on 1st October, with the project currently in the pre-construction phase.
The works include the construction of:
* Two electrical substations
* Various supporting minor buildings
* Associated civil engineering infrastructure
The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will primarily focus on the civil works element of the project, managing significant subcontract packages and supporting commercial delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Managing large-scale subcontract packages from procurement through to completion.
* Providing commercial support across civil engineering works.
* Managing valuations, payments, variations, change control, and final accounts.
* Reviewing and administering subcontractor accounts.
* Ensuring commercial performance is monitored and maintained.
* Working closely with project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
* Supporting cost management and reporting requirements.
* Ensuring contractual compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
Subcontract Packages
The role will involve management of major subcontract packages, including:
* Groundworks packages valued at approximately £22 million and £6 million.
* Steel and envelope packages valued at approximately £13 million.
Essential Requirements
* Proven experience working as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or major infrastructure projects.
* Strong experience managing large subcontract packages.
* Experience working under NEC3 Option A contracts.
* Excellent commercial and contractual knowledge.
* Ability to manage complex projects and deliver strong commercial outcomes.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable Experience
* Previous experience working on major infrastructure or energy projects.
* Experience using CEAR software for subcontract administration.
* Experience working on substation, utilities, or power sector projects.
If you are an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for a long-term contract opportunity on a major infrastructure project, please apply today