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Head of Quantity Surveyor
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Head of Quantity Surveyor
Aberdeen
Our client, a Tier 1 civil engineering contractor headquartered in Aberdeen, is seeking an accomplished Lead Quantity Surveyor with strong commercial acumen and strategic vision. This role will take ownership of the financial and contractual aspects of major construction projects, ensuring delivery that meets time, cost, and quality objectives.
Your Responsibilities
- Drive commercial performance across a diverse portfolio of projects.
- Oversee contract administration and proactively resolve contractual challenges.
- Manage financial reporting, validate payments, and maintain robust budgetary control.
- Support tender reviews and negotiations to secure best-value outcomes.
- Contribute to risk management strategies and maintain accurate risk registers.
- Lead the resolution of complex disputes, ensuring fair and timely outcomes.
- Champion continuous improvement in quantity surveying processes.
- Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of growth and excellence.
While based in Aberdeen, occasional travel to Scotland's Central Belt will be required. You'll act as the key representative of the commercial function, with most site visits handled by the wider surveying team.
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About You
You are an experienced commercial leader with a proven ability to manage complex contracts and financial frameworks. Your expertise spans risk management, dispute resolution, and strategic decision-making. You thrive in guiding teams, driving improvements, and ensuring projects meet the highest standards.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Hands-on experience with NEC two-stage contracts or similar.
- Strong knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 (Options A, C & E).
- Demonstrated success in managing commercial portfolios and complex relationships.
- Proven track record in dispute resolution.
- Full UK driving licence.
Desirable Qualifications
- Leadership experience managing dispersed teams.
- Professional certifications such as:
- APM PMQ or PPQ
- CIPS membership
- NCMA CPCM
- RICS Chartered (MRICS)
What's on Offer
- Annual bonus up to 15% linked to personal and company performance.
- Company car (subject to mileage criteria).
- 28 days annual leave plus statutory holidays, with the option to purchase extra days.
- Double-match pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution).
- Flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, and travel insurance.
- Death-in-service cover at 10x basic salary.
- Income protection for long-term illness or injury.
- Family-friendly policies for parental leave.
- Professional development support and career progression opportunities.
- Employee assistance programme with 24/7 confidential counselling.
- Financial support for relevant professional memberships.
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This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to step into a senior leadership role which involves managing and developing up and coming surveyors. You'll join a well-established, reputable organisation with a strong presence in both Scottish and national markets—offering challenging projects, excellent rewards, and long-term stability.
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