quantity surveying jobs in Edinburgh

You will be joining a small team of three Quantity Surveyors, offering a supportive environment with direct access to senior professionals and real opportunities for career development.

You will have the chance to work on exciting, high-quality builds that are shaping the built environment across the region.

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage projects across the East of Scotland. Key responsibilities include preparing cost estimates, managing subcontractor procurement, and ensuring compliance with contract requirements. Candidates should have relevant experience in quantity surveying and a degree or equivalent qualification, along with a UK driving...

Exciting Opportunities for Senior Quantity Surveyors in the Edinburgh Area! Senior Quantity Surveyor | Hybrid Working | Major Energy Projects Are you an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with a passion for working on large-scale projects which may include Renewable Energy, Power, Nuclear, Windfarm- offshore /on-Shore, Petrochemical, Oil and Gas sectors, Water, Transmission/Distribution,...

You will work closely with project teams, clients and supply chain partners to ensure commercial performance, cost control and contractual compliance. Key Responsibilities

About Fairhurst LLP – At Fairhurst, our people are the driving force behind our success. We take pride in the opportunities and environment we create for top talent to thrive and leave a positive impact in our communities and society. Fairhurst is one of the UK’s largest private multidisciplinary partnerships of consulting engineers, delivering civil, structural, geotechnical, environmental,...

A leading civil engineering firm in Scotland is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor for permanent projects throughout the region. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quantity surveying for energy and renewable energy projects, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. A full UK manual driving licence is essential for this role, which requires...

You will be involved in reviewing tender and contract documentation, assessing subcontractor quotations, preliminaries, and contract conditions, and establishing robust budgets and cost plans.

You will manage procurement of subcontractor packages, lead commercial meetings, and maintain strong financial control through cash flow forecasting, cost value reconciliation, and financial reporting.

You will work closely with the service delivery team to ensure projects are delivered on time and budget, while maintaining strong client relationships and supporting repeat business. Key Responsibilities: Act as the commercial lead on all M&E projects, providing oversight of costs and commercial performance.

Major Construction Projects | Edinburgh A leading main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of large-scale, high-value construction projects across Edinburgh. This is a real opportunity for a commercially driven Senior Quantity Surveyor who enjoys being on site, leading packages, and taking real ownership of project commercial...

Job Title: Senior Highways Quantity Surveyor Location: Edinburgh Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 + car allowance & benefits Purpose of the Role This is a senior-level opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to take a leading role in the commercial management of highways projects and frameworks. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will provide strong commercial leadership, mentor and develop junior...

You will help support clients with cost estimation, project planning, procurement and cost management; your role will be key in providing advice on project finances and contractual relationships.

You will monitor budgets and costs throughout the project lifecycle, keeping the client and project team informed.

Description Join Careys as a Senior Quantity Surveyor, supporting the delivery of complex civil engineering projects across Edinburgh. You’ll lead on cost control, contract management, and commercial strategy across both minor and major contracts, working either in support of a Construction Partner or as Main Contractor. This is a great opportunity to take ownership of commercial outcomes while...

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Edinburgh to lead the commercial aspects of various projects. This role involves negotiating contracts, managing budgets, and ensuring projects are delivered profitably and to the highest standards. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Quantity Surveying or related field and over 10 years of experience in Utilities, Civil...

Senior Quantity Surveyor – EdinburghTier 1 Main Contractor | Major Projects | Long-Term PipelineI’m currently supporting one of Scotland’s leading Tier 1 contractors in the appointment of a Senior Quantity Surveyor, based in Edinburgh.This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor with a strong reputation, a secure forward order book, and a varied portfolio of high-profile...

You will work closely with the Commercial Manager, Project Manager, and Finance & Procurement teams, ensuring all projects are delivered profitably, contractually compliant, and to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage all commercial aspects of assigned projects.

A prominent construction consultancy in Edinburgh is seeking a Quantity Surveyor/Cost Manager to assist senior colleagues with pre and post contract duties, ensuring best practices are followed. The ideal candidate will hold an RICS accredited quantity surveying degree and possess strong IT skills in Microsoft applications, alongside experience with bespoke construction IT systems. This role...

You will work closely with the Commercial Manager, Project Manager, and Finance & Procurement teams, ensuring all projects are delivered profitably, contractually compliant, and to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage all commercial aspects of assigned projects.

A respected construction consultancy in Edinburgh is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to deliver high-profile projects across residential, education, and hotel sectors. This role involves preparing cost plans, managing budgets, and liaising with clients, offering a hybrid working arrangement and flexibility. Candidates should have a degree in Quantity Surveying, experience in consultancy, and strong...

A leading consultancy in Edinburgh is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to work on major infrastructure projects including renewable energy and nuclear sectors. This role offers a hybrid working model and a competitive salary based on experience. The ideal candidate will have 3-10 years in Quantity Surveying, strong contract knowledge, and excellent negotiation skills. Join a...

You will ideally be located in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Fife or anywhere else throughout the central belt and able to travel to various sites throughout Scotland when required.

You will need to have: Strong track record in quantity surveying from a civils point of view on energy and renewable energy projects such as substations and wind farms.