Senior Quantity Surveyor
Motherwell
Talented people are the key to our success.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Energy team on the Scottish Power Framework, supporting both our DWNO (Denny to Wishaw Network Optimisation) and CMN3 (Galashiels to the England–Scotland border) projects.
In this role, you will lead the commercial management across these major programmes, overseeing all aspects of commercial delivery—including main contract administration, financial control, forecasting, CVRs, change management, and the procurement and management of the supply chain. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in shaping significant energy infrastructure projects while contributing to the successful delivery of a long‑term strategic framework.
Role Responsibilities
- Manage the client contract across DWNO and CMN3, including change management and all NEC4 deliverables.
- Lead and manage multiple subcontractor packages from early involvement through delivery, acting as the main point of contact for subcontractors and internal site labour.
- Oversee design subcontractor management and coordination with external design partners.
- Prepare and support CVRs and monthly commercial reporting.
- Lead commercial delivery and provide accurate commercial reports, forecasts, and strategic advice.
- Manage subcontract procurement, administration, applications, variations, and final accounts.
- Oversee cost reporting, forecasting, and commercial risk management.
- Manage upstream and downstream change control processes and ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders, including the client’s commercial team.
- Identify, manage, and escalate commercial risks or issues.
- Support and mentor junior commercial staff and contribute to continuous improvement.
- Deliver against commercial performance targets and maintain financial controls using systems such as COINS.
- Undertake limited site travel, between the office, home, and site offices as required.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
- BSc in Quantity Surveying or an equivalent commercially related discipline.
- Professional membership (RICS, CIOB, or CIArb) desired but not essential.
- Strong, relevant commercial experience on large‑scale projects; Tier 1 contractor experience advantageous.
- Essential experience working with NEC4 (NEC4 PM Accreditation highly desirable) or NEC3 forms of contract.
- Background in heavy civils; highways and substation experience desirable.
- Experience within energy‑related or major infrastructure environments.
- Supervisory or team‑management experience within a commercial team (desirable).
- Ability to lead and support a small team while collaborating with senior leadership.
- Strong commercial acumen and a delivery‑focused mindset.
- Proficiency with Contract Management Systems (e.g., CEMAR, FastDraft).
What is in it for you?
Below is a selection of benefits that are available to you at Morgan Sindall Infrastructure.
- Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days.
- Flexible and adaptable working
- Family friendly policies and work/life approach
- Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
- Contributory pension scheme
- Annual bonus scheme
- Recognition scheme and long service awards
- Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
- We also provide the option to participate in our share-save scheme; discounts including cycle to work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more.
About the Energy Business Unit
We have extensive experience in upgrading and replacing energy networks, delivering asset management for major UK energy companies and network operators.
Our transmission and distribution services involve the upgrading and replacement of electricity assets both above and below ground. Within the electricity sector we install and maintain assets, including excavation, laying, and jointing of cables, (fluid filled and XLPe), substations and overhead line, new build, repair, and refurbishment services.
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team where you will have the opportunity to progress in your career. We are looking for people who share our passion on delivering great customer service whilst also being able to work within an enjoyable and hardworking team environment. Talented people are the key to our success, so if this sounds like you, apply now.
Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People ‘Two Ticks’ accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company.
Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.