Quantity Surveyor (£500m Civils project / 2-3 year Fixed Contract)

Quantity Surveyor for a Major Sports & Leisure Project (£500m)

2–3 Year Fixed Contract

Scotland, Greater Edinburgh

Making sure you fit the guidelines as an applicant for this role is essential, please read the below carefully.

This is a rare opportunity to join the commercial team delivering the infrastructure package of a landmark £500m sport and leisure development, one of Scotland’s most ambitious projects of the decade.

If you’re a Quantity Surveyor who thrives on complex civils, large‑scale procurement, and high‑visibility delivery, this contract gives you the platform to work on a project that will genuinely shape a region for years to come.

The Role

You’ll take commercial ownership of the infrastructure and enabling works, covering:

• Groundworks, utilities, drainage, roads, public realm and associated civils
• Procurement strategy, tendering and contract administration
• Cost planning, forecasting, and value engineering
• Managing subcontractor accounts and monthly valuations
• Change control, risk management and reporting
• Working closely with PMs, design teams, and client stakeholders to keep the package on programme and on budget

This is a delivery‑focused role, ideal for someone who enjoys being embedded in the project, solving problems in real time, and keeping a major civils package commercially tight.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience as a QS on large‑scale civils, infrastructure or major build projects
• Strong contract knowledge
• Confidence managing complex subcontractor packages
• Ability to work proactively with site teams and senior stakeholders
• A delivery mindset. Commercially sharp, organised, and calm under pressure

Contract Details

• 2–3 year fixed‑term contract aligned to the infrastructure programme
• Competitive day rate or FTC salary if you prefer. xwzovoh (Client will be flexible on this one).
• Based in Scotland with a mix of site and office presence
• Start date: Summer 2026

Why This Project

• A flagship £500m development with national visibility
• Long‑term programme stability
• A civils package with real technical depth and commercial challenge
• A project team known for collaboration, clarity and delivery excellence

If you’re a Quantity Surveyor who wants to be part of a once‑in‑a‑generation Scottish project, we’d love to speak with you.