Following the acquisition of Glenelly, United Infrastructure has expanded its technical capabilities, geographic reach, and depth of expertise. Glenelly’s established reputation and skilled workforce now strengthen United Infrastructure’s ability to deliver integrated, end-to-end infrastructure solutions while maintaining the same commitment to quality and client satisfaction.
Together, United Infrastructure and Glenelly combine experience, innovation, and local knowledge to support complex projects and long-term infrastructure development.
Job Description
Job Title: Trainee Quantity Surveyor – Electrical Connections and Utilities
Location: Livingston
Employment Type: Permanent.
Glenelly Infrastructure solutions have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join our Power & Civils Distribution business based in Scotland. The role would be based in our Livingston office, working alongside an established team.
Key Responsibilities
Role and Requirements: The Trainee Quantity Surveyor will have some experience of:
· Working alongside or as part of a Commercial Team with a good understanding of commercial processes
· Develop a partnership and collaborative working relationship with the Client’s commercial team
· A background in a relevant industry – construction, utilities, or Civil Engineering – and some knowledge of NEC contracts
· Develop project cost models through liaison with Project Managers and in conjunction with the contract Framework agreement
· Liaise with Client representatives to resolve payment disputes and minimise the value of outstanding revenue due to Glenelly
· Monitor outstanding revenue and take steps to avoid this becoming overdue
· Ensure Payment Applications are submitted timely on completion of projects
· Work with the Project Manager to ensure the overall financial success of the framework.
· You should have strong Excel and Database management experience and well as good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
· Experience in civils / utilities projects or a history of working within frameworks and DNO projects would be of specific interest.
We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate who is keen to build their career as a Quantity Surveyor. If you have worked in a Commercial Assistant or Commercial Administrator role and would be interested in gaining experience, then this could be the opportunity you are looking for.
Alternatively, if you have recently completed a degree in Quantity Surveying and are looking to start your career we can offer a supportive team
About us
Glenelly Infrastructure Solutions teams works with regional, national network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions. With experience and expertise across the full spectrum of the electricity grid our teams have capability across overhead lines, underground cable networks, and substations. We value diversity and celebrate individual differences, believing that our inclusive culture helps the business continue to grow as a strong, dynamic, and innovative organisation
Salary description
£30000.00 - £32000.00 per year