Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor Residential Housing
Location: Livingston, West Lothian
Salary: Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Type: Full-time, Permanent

A leading residential housebuilder is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its expanding commercial team based in Livingston. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a senior role with real influence over key housing developments across East Central Scotland.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you ll take full commercial responsibility for a number of live and upcoming housing sites. You will oversee cost planning, procurement, subcontractor management, and financial reporting, ensuring projects are delivered on budget and to the highest standards. A key part of the role will also involve mentoring and developing junior surveyors, contributing to the growth and capability of the wider team.

• Lead the commercial delivery of residential developments from pre-construction through to final account

• Prepare detailed cost plans, budgets, and monthly cost value reconciliations (CVRs)

• Manage the procurement and administration of subcontractor packages

• Monitor progress, manage risks, and drive value engineering opportunities

• Produce accurate financial reports and forecasts

• Liaise closely with internal teams including land, construction, and technical

• Provide structured support, guidance, and training to Assistant and Trainee Quantity Surveyors

• Strong experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the residential housebuilding sector

• Proven track record of managing the full commercial cycle on multiple projects

• Excellent commercial awareness, analytical skills, and attention to detail

• Demonstrable experience in training, mentoring, or supporting junior surveyors

• Strong leadership and communication skills

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related field

• Full UK driving licence

• Competitive salary with car allowance or company vehicle

• Performance-related bonus scheme

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with options to buy/sell leave

• Enhanced pension, private medical insurance, and life assurance

• Genuine career development opportunities within a high-performing division

If you're a commercially driven Senior Quantity Surveyor with a passion for mentoring others and delivering quality housing, we want to hear from you.

Apply today to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking and supportive business.

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