Quantity Surveyor Construction

Company: CNX Recruitment
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Location: Glasgow
Job Description:

CNX Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a fast growing Design & Build Main Contractor, in the appointment of an experienced and commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing Glasgow team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work across Scotland. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality projects while driving commercial performance and managing risk.

The Role

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take full commercial responsibility for projects from pre-construction through to final account. You will work closely with operational teams, clients, and subcontractors to ensure financial control, profitability, and contractual compliance.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing all commercial aspects of multiple projects
  • Preparing, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and subcontracts
  • Cost planning, forecasting, and reporting
  • Valuations, variations, and final accounts
  • Risk and opportunity management
  • Cash flow management and cost control
  • Supporting and mentoring junior commercial staff
  • Liaising with clients and stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry
  • Strong knowledge of standard forms of contract (e.g., JCT/NEC)
  • Demonstrable experience managing projects independently
  • Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
  • Strong reporting and financial management capability
  • Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (preferred)
  • Membership of RICS (or working towards) desirable
  • Willing to travel within UK

What s on Offer

  • Competitive salary (DOE)
  • Car allowance or company vehicle
  • Pension scheme
  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Career progression within a growing organisation
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment

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Posted: October 22nd, 2026