Location: Glasgow
Contract Type: Freelance (Inside IR35)
Day Rate: Competitive, DOE
Duration: Ongoing
Start Date: ASAP
Opportunity To Deliver Scotland's Power Infrastructure
We are seeking a highly experienced Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to support a Tier 1 Main Contractor in the commercial delivery of major power projects across Scotland. This is a key role in one of the UK's most ambitious and critical energy programmes.
As part of a high-performing commercial team, you'll be instrumental in pulling together and managing subcontractor packages valued up to £60 million, ensuring robust cost management, procurement, and commercial reporting across all project stages.
🔧 Key Responsibilities:
* Lead procurement and negotiation of large-scale subcontract packages (up to £60m)
* Prepare and manage cost plans, valuations, variations, and final accounts
* Ensure accurate forecasting, budget control, and risk management
* Liaise closely with project teams, supply chain partners, and clients
* Provide strategic commercial support across complex multi-phase energy projects
* Ensure compliance with contract terms, particularly NEC
📌 Requirements:
* Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor ideally on major power/civils projects
* Strong commercial acumen with a background in Tier 1 contracting
* Track record in high-value subcontract procurement and management
* In-depth knowledge of NEC3/4 contracts
* Able to work independently and collaboratively within a site-based team
* Must be available for occasional travel within Scotland