Quantity Surveyor
| Company: | VolkerWessels UK |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Glasgow, G2 7JS |
| Working pattern: | Hybrid - 1 day remote |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 28 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 27 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service.
Shape the Future of Scotland's Infrastructure
Are you an ambitious
Quantity Surveyor looking for the opportunity to make a real impact on a major infrastructure framework? Join our team in Glasgow and play a key role in delivering projects across the prestigious
Clyde Commercial Framework.
This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially astute QS to work alongside experienced project leaders, managing commercial activities from procurement and contract administration through to final account settlement. You'll be at the heart of project delivery, helping to drive financial performance, manage risk, maximise value, and build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners.
Whether you're an established QS or ready to take the next step from Assistant Quantity Surveyor level, this role offers excellent exposure, responsibility, and long-term career development.
What You'll Be Doing
As Quantity Surveyor, you'll support the successful commercial delivery of your designated project section, reporting to the Senior Quantity Surveyor while collaborating with the wider project team.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing project costs through accurate forecasting, cost reporting and value management.
- Leading subcontract procurement activities and ensuring robust subcontract agreements are in place.
- Managing subcontractor accounts, valuations, variations and final accounts.
- Supporting monthly commercial reporting and project performance reviews.
- Monitoring and maximising project cash flow.
- Identifying and managing project risks, opportunities and change management processes.
- Protecting the company's contractual position through effective contract administration and notices.
- Building strong working relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners.
- Supporting and mentoring junior commercial team members.
- Contributing to successful project delivery while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety and compliance.
What We're Looking For
We're seeking a commercially focused professional with a passion for construction and infrastructure delivery.
Why Join Us?
This is more than just a Quantity Surveyor role. It's an opportunity to contribute to projects that make a lasting difference across Scotland while developing your career within a high-performing commercial team.
You'll benefit from:
- Exposure to major framework projects.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- The chance to work with industry-leading professionals.
- A culture that values safety, innovation, inclusion and excellence.
Ready to Build Your Future?
If you're looking for a role where your commercial expertise can influence project success from concept to completion, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the team delivering the Clyde Commercial Framework in Glasgow.
About you
Essential:
- Degree, HND or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- Qualification accredited by
- Previous experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor within construction, civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
- Strong understanding of commercial management, subcontract administration and contract principles.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong analytical and negotiation abilities.
RICS,
CIOB or
ICES, or working towards professional accreditation.
Desirable:
- Experience working within major frameworks or public sector infrastructure projects.
- Knowledge of NEC and other standard forms of contract.
If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.
Why work with us?
VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.
By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.
We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.
We offer a range of benefits, including:
- Competitive salary
- Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
- Option to buy additional annual leave
- Private medical care
- Pension
- Life Assurance
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
- Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
- Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
- Employee Assistance
- Flexible working opportunities
- Mental health, physical health, and financial support
- 24/7 Virtual GP service
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Fairness, inclusion and respect
We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.
If you need support with your application, please contact us at
Additional information
Note for Recruitment Agencies:
Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.
We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed
VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
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