Quantity Surveyor

Description:

Construction Quantity Surveyor
18-month contract (24 hours per week)
£60 per hour - Inside IR35
Glasgow - Hybrid

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a strong construction background? Are you looking for your next contract opportunity with a major transformation project?

Job Summary:

You will be responsible for managing the commercial and financial aspects of construction projects, including cost planning, procurement, contract administration, valuations and financial control.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare cost estimates, budgets and cost plans

Monitor project costs, risks and financial exposure

Prepare financial reports and forecasts

Manage procurement and tendering activities

Prepare tender documentation, BoQs and pricing schedules

Evaluate subcontractor and supplier tenders

Administer construction contracts and manage variations, change orders and claims

Prepare interim valuations and final accounts

Assess subcontractor applications and issue payment certificates

Identify commercial risks and support value engineering

Liaise with clients, contractors, subcontractors and consultants

Provide commercial and contractual advice to project teams

Essential Experience:

Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction

Strong knowledge of UK construction practices

Experience with NEC contracts

Strong commercial and financial awareness

Experience with cost management, procurement and contract administration

Strong numerical, analytical and negotiation skills

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or related subject

Desirable:

RICS / CIOB or similar professional membership

Experience working on large-scale construction or transformation projects

Strong experience managing variations, claims and final accounts

If this sounds like a good fit for you, please get in touch with Kate Blackwell at JAM Recruitment