Job Description

An experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor is required for a long-term temporary contract in Glasgow. This role offers a unique blend of site-based delivery, commercial oversight, and consultancy input — ideal for a QS with strong NEC contract knowledge who enjoys working closely with both clients and contractors.

You’ll be working on a significant project involving steel and cladding packages, overseeing all commercial aspects from procurement through to final account. The position requires a hands-on approach, strong stakeholder management skills, and the ability to manage contract administration with confidence.

About the Role

The role will be largely site-based (up to 4 days per week), with 1 day per week expected in our client's central office, and the potential for an additional remote working day

Key responsibilities include:

• Full commercial management of steel and cladding packages

• Administering and managing NEC contracts.

• Working closely with contractor teams on-site to ensure accurate forecasting, cost control, and progress reporting

• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to resolve commercial queries and disputes

• Supporting procurement processes, including subcontractor engagement and contract negotiations

• Preparing valuations, cost reports, and final accounts in line with NEC procedures

• Ensuring full audit trails and commercial compliance throughout the package lifecycle

About You

You’ll be an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with a solid track record in NEC contract administration and commercial management of  construction packages — ideally in steel, cladding, or other building envelope works.

Essential skills & experience:

• Proven experience managing projects under NEC contracts (Option C desirable)

• Strong understanding of post contract commercial processes 

• Experience working directly with contractors on live construction sites

• Confident communicator with strong negotiation and reporting skills

• Ability to work independently while remaining aligned with wider client objectives

• Available for an immediate or near-immediate start

What’s on Offer

• Long-term contract with continuity of engagement through to end of 2026

• A balanced work pattern across site, office, and optional remote working

• Opportunity to work with both contractor and consultancy teams, gaining a broad range of experience

• Desirable day rate/salary depending on experience