Working pattern: 4 days per week on-site
Altrad are currently looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the team.
The nuclear defence sector in the UK is vital for maintaining national security and strategic stability. It offers dynamic and challenging career opportunities for individuals committed to contributing to the country's defence and security. The sector seeks talented professionals dedicated to upholding the highest standards of safety, security, and operational excellence.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-focused Quantity Surveyor to support major nuclear defence infrastructure programmes based in the Helensburgh area. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop strong commercial experience within a highly regulated environment, working alongside experienced commercial and project teams, with regular exposure to live site activities.
Key Deliverables:
- Support the commercial management of projects across the full lifecycle, from pre-contract through to final account
- Assist in the administration of NEC4 contracts, including early warnings, compensation events, quotations, and change control processes
- Help prepare and review cost plans, estimates, tender documentation, and commercial reports
- Support the assessment of applications for payment, cost forecasts, and budget tracking
- Contribute to tender evaluations, contractor assessments, and cost reviews
- Assist with monthly reporting, cost forecasting, audits, and benchmarking activities
- Maintain accurate commercial records, ensuring compliance with contract and governance requirements
- Support the management of CEMAR actions, documentation, and meeting outputs
- Work collaboratively with project teams, clients, and stakeholders to support effective delivery in a regulated nuclear defence environment
- Assist in managing multiple NEC contract packages across various infrastructure disciplines
Key Requirements / Qualifications:
- 3–5 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor within infrastructure, construction, or other regulated sectors
- Working knowledge of NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4), with an understanding of change management and compensation events
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline, with MRICS (or working towards)
- Strong communication, organisational, and analytical skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams
- Willingness to be site-based in Helensburgh 4 days per week
- Eligibility for and ability to obtain Security Clearance (SC)
- British National status (essential for defence projects)
- Experience using CEMAR and working in defence or nuclear environments (desirable)
- Client-side experience beneficial but not essential
At Altrad, our people create endless opportunities.
We are the leading provider of support services transforming our nations critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably.
With over 16,000 talented people across our region, we provide the full spectrum of critical services including consulting, design, engineering, construction, asset life optimisation through to decommissioning, for industries both onshore and offshore.
Why Join Us?
- Work on high-impact projects within a leading organisation.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.
As an employer, we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and wellbeing of all our people.
Inclusivity Statement
We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive. If you require any adjustments at any stage – including interviews or assessments, please let us know. We’re happy to discuss what would help you take part fully.
