Managing Quantity Surveyor

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited · Quantity Surveyor · viaReed

£80,000 - £95,000 per annum

Glasgow, ScotlandPermanentFull-timeOn-site
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Closing date
14 Nov 2026
Posted
1d ago
Specialism
Quantity Surveyor
Sector
Construction
Reference
reed-57508531

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Managing Quantity Surveyor / Senior Commercial ManagerLocation: ScotlandSalary: Highly Competitive Package + Benefits


An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor / Senior Commercial professional to join a large, privately owned developer experiencing significant growth and investment.


Working on major, technically complex and highly regulated construction projects, you will play a key role in supporting the Commercial Director as the business develops and strengthens its commercial team.


With projects incorporating significant M&E packages, this opportunity would particularly suit someone currently working for a Tier 1 Main Contractor or major M&E contractor who has strong commercial management experience alongside an excellent understanding of mechanical and electrical packages.


The Role


Working closely with a supportive and experienced Commercial Director, you will:

  • Take commercial responsibility for major construction and M&E packages.
  • Lead procurement, subcontractor management and commercial negotiations.
  • Manage cost reporting, forecasting, valuations and commercial risk.
  • Support and develop members of the commercial team.
  • Work collaboratively with project, design, procurement and operational teams.
  • Provide commercial input at senior management level.
  • Help develop the commercial function as the organisation continues to grow.


About You


You will ideally be an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Manager or senior-level QS with:

  • A background with a Tier 1 Main Contractor or large Tier 1 M&E contractor.
  • Strong M&E commercial knowledge, which is essential.
  • Experience delivering large and technically challenging projects.
  • Strong contractual and commercial management capability.
  • The confidence and ambition to progress into a broader leadership position.
  • A collaborative management style and the ability to build and develop teams.

What's On Offer?


This is much more than simply another commercial management position.The business has an exceptional pipeline of major projects and ambitious growth plans, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to establish themselves within an increasingly sought-after and highly specialised area of construction.You will work closely with senior leadership while having genuine influence over the development of the commercial team.An excellent salary and benefits package is available, alongside long-term security and significant scope to develop your career at senior leadership level.If you are currently working within a Tier 1 contracting or major M&E environment and are ready for your next step, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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