Details:
- Salary: £40,000 - 60,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Glasgow Glasgow City
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Quantity Surveyor – General Construction
Location: Glasgow
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Job Type: Permanent
An established construction contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Glasgow.
The role will suit a QS with a background in general construction, with experience in joinery, fit-out, refurbishment or building projects particularly welcome. However, applications from Quantity Surveyors with other relevant construction backgrounds will also be considered.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the commercial and financial aspects of construction projects from tender through to completion.
* Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts and cost reports.
* Prepare valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
* Manage variations, valuations and commercial changes.
* Procure and manage subcontractors and suppliers.
* Review and negotiate subcontractor quotations and accounts.
* Monitor project costs and identify potential commercial risks.
* Assist with tendering and pricing new work.
* Maintain accurate commercial records and reporting.
* Work closely with project managers, site teams, clients and subcontractors.
* Ensure projects are delivered within agreed budgets and commercial targets.
Requirements
* Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
* Experience across general construction, refurbishment, fit-out, joinery or similar would be advantageous.
* Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial processes.
* Experience with valuations, variations, subcontractor management and final accounts.
* Good commercial awareness and attention to detail.
* Strong communication and negotiation skills.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
* Relevant construction or surveying qualification preferred, but experience will be considered.
Joinery experience is ideal, but the company is happy to consider QS candidates from a broad range of construction backgrounds