Overview
Quantity Surveyor at National Gas. Location: Aberdeen or Livingston – Hybrid working. Salary: £51,000 to £60,622 plus a range of benefits.
About Us
National Gas is securing Britain’s energy. We transport gas throughout Great Britain, repair and maintain gas pipelines, and manage the meters that allow millions of homes and businesses to access the energy they need. We are the national gas network, providing secure energy to power Britain, achieve net zero, and maintain our industrial competitiveness.
About the Role
As a Quantity Surveyor, you’ll provide contractual expertise for construction projects across the UK’s National Transmission System. From control system upgrades and asset decommissioning to new builds and the transition to hydrogen, your work will be pivotal to ensuring the flow of gas and the future of clean energy.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Lead a portfolio of contracts and guide a team of junior Quantity Surveyors to excellence.
* Manage complex contracts while simplifying challenges to drive progress.
* Work nationally, combining home-based work with travel to sites or offices as needed.
* Collaborate closely with the Commercial Manager, providing expertise and delivering measurable outcomes.
Security and Eligibility
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role. Many roles within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. Details are available at GOV.UK.
Key Requirements & Experience
* Proven experience with NEC Contracts (A, C & E).
* Expertise in risk management, cash flow forecasting, and supply chain management.
* Strong commercial acumen and reporting system knowledge.
* Contract management, payment applications, early warning notices and compensation events.
* Oversee procurement activities, including tender evaluations and negotiations.
* Experience across pre- and post-contract stages.
* Knowledge of the gas transmission system.
* A full UK driving license.
* Flexibility to support projects across other regions when required.
* Take charge of your career with this exciting opportunity to lead, grow, and make a difference in the energy industry.
What We Can Offer
* Annual bonus of up to 6% based on personal and company performance.
* Company car if mileage requirements are met (10 thousand miles annually).
* 26 days’ holiday plus statutory holidays - option to buy extra holiday days.
* Generous double-match pension scheme - for every £1 you put in, we’ll add £2 (max company contribution 12%).
* Flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans, travel insurance.
* Death in service: 10x your basic salary.
* Financial protection for long-term illness or injury.
* Family-friendly provisions: maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental leave.
* Professional development and career progression.
* Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24/7.
* Financial support for professional memberships relevant to your role.
Inclusive Recruitment
At National Gas, we are disability confident and signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and welcome reasonable adjustments for your best performance.
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