Quantity Surveyor/Senior Quantity Surveyor

1w1 week ago

Iberdrola Renewables

Edinburgh, GB · Full-time · £53,280 – £88,800

About this role

At SP Energy Networks, our focus is on harnessing technology and innovation to create the networks of the future. Due to continued growth and significant investment across our Transmission business, opportunities exist for Quantity Surveyors and Senior Quantity Surveyors. We are constructing high voltage direct current (HVDC) subsea electricity links with SP Transmission and National Grid Electricity Transmission.

Working as a key part of project teams, you’ll oversee commercial activities from preparing and evaluating tenders for significant packages of work to administering high value contracts throughout construction. You will handle a range of contracts including bespoke EPC FIDIC contracts and NEC4 contracts. This role supports safe, secure, and sustainable delivery for communities.

As part of a collaborative team, expect site visits from Edinburgh Park alongside office-based work in a hybrid model. You’ll engage with partners and stakeholders in commercial meetings, managing advance warnings, variations, and change control processes. The environment emphasizes resilience and dynamic networks powered by renewable energy.

Join at an exciting time to enable the energy transition and shape critical national infrastructure. Permanent roles offer professional growth in a high-investment sector. Contribute to smarter networks meeting increasing electricity demand.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor (consultancy or contracting)
Strong commercial acumen and knowledge of procurement and cost management
Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience
MRICS status (Desirable)
Transmission or utilities sector experience (Desirable)
Familiarity with a range of Contract forms including FIDIC and NEC3/NEC4
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Full UK Driving Licence – mandatory (occasional travel to sites)

Responsibilities

Prepare tender documents and negotiate tender prices, payment schedules and terms and conditions
Produce monthly valuations, commercial reports, and financial updates
Apply contractual levers including management of advance warnings, variations and change control processes
Attend or lead commercial meetings with partners and stakeholders
Agree final accounts and maintain accurate commercial records
Ensure compliance with internal processes and industry standards
Manage and mentor junior staff (senior level)