Details:
- Salary: £40,000 - 58,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Glasgow
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled Quantity Surveyor to join our clients team in Glasgow. The successful candidate will have a strong background in affordable housing and/or main contracting. As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of the contractual and financial side of construction projects.
Key Requirements of the Role
1. Cost Management:
- Prepare and manage project budgets.
- Monitor costs and use cost control mechanisms to ensure the project remains within budget.
- Prepare and analyse costings for tenders.
- Manage financial aspects of project procurement, including sub-contractor procurement.
2. Contract Administration:
- Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities.
- Negotiate contracts and work schedules.
- Assess and value work completed on-site and arrange payments.
- Monitor and report on project progress and financial performance.
3. Risk Management:
- Identify potential financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and industry standards.
4. Stakeholder Management:
- Liaise with clients, architects, engineers, and other project stakeholders.
- Provide accurate and timely project updates to clients and senior management.
5. Reporting:
- Prepare detailed reports for senior management on project performance.
- Conduct regular site visits to ensure compliance with project specifications and standards.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field..
- Min 2 years experience in affordable housing or main contracting.
- Strong knowledge of construction methods and materials.
- Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in cost management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Career development opportunities.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
To apply for the role, attach your up to date CV, using the link. For a confidential enquiry about role, contact Nicola Monro directly on (phone number removed) / (url removed)
Legal Information:
We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.
For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application