Quantity Surveyor - Groundworks

Quantity Surveyor - Major Civils Package | Residential Development (Edinburgh)

Attractive Salary | Pension Scheme | Flexible Working | Long-Term Project

Your New Company

Join a leading residential builder developer with a strong track record of delivering high-quality housing across Scotland. Known for commitment to excellence, innovation and sustainability, the company is embarking on a major residential development in Edinburgh that will span the next five years. With a reputation as an excellent employer, they offer a collaborative culture and long-term career prospects.

Your new role

As Quantity Surveyor, you will take ownership of a substantial civils package within this flagship residential development. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing budgets, forecasts, and cost control for groundworks and infrastructure
• Overseeing subcontractor procurement and contract administration
• Supporting project delivery teams with commercial insight and risk management
• Liaising with consultants, engineers, and site teams to ensure value and compliance
• Reporting on financial performance and contributing to strategic planning

What You'll Need To Succeed

• Proven experience in quantity surveying with civils or infrastructure packages
• Strong commercial acumen and contract knowledge (NEC or JCT)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• A proactive and detail-oriented approach
• Relevant qualifications in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

Experience on large-scale residential or mixed-use developments will be highly regarded.

What You'll Get In Return

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Generous pension scheme
• Flexible working arrangements (hybrid options available)
• Long-term project stability and career development
• A supportive and forward-thinking team environment

If you’re ready to take on a career-defining role with a respected developer, we’d love to hear from you.

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