Senior Quantity Surveyor

Contract Scotland Limited, Glasgow

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Competitive salary depending on experience

Contract Scotland Limited, Glasgow

  • Full time
  • Permanent

Posted 2 days ago, 11 Nov | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: J44746

Full Job Description


We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our clients team in Glasgow. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in flatted developments and possess strong commercial acumen, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

Key Responsibilities:
- Manage all costs relating to building and civil engineering projects, from the initial calculations to the final figures.
- Minimize the costs of a project and enhance value for money while still achieving the required standards and quality.
- Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities.
- Perform risk, value management, and cost control.
- Undertake cost analysis for repair and maintenance project work.
- Advise on a procurement strategy.
- Identify, analyse, and develop responses to commercial risks.
- Prepare and analyse costings for tenders.
- Allocate work to subcontractors.
- Provide advice on contractual claims.
- Analyse outcomes and write detailed progress reports.
- Value completed work and arrange payments.
- Maintain awareness of the different building contracts in current use.
- Understand the implications of health and safety regulations.

Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field.
- Professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or equivalent.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Quantity Surveyor role with a focus on flatted developments.
- Strong knowledge of construction methods and materials.
- Proficient in relevant software applications (e.g., MS Office, COINS, or similar).

Skills:
- Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
- Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
- Exceptional attention to detail.

Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Application Process:
To apply for the role, attach your up-to-date CV, using the link. For a confidential enquiry contact Nicola Monro directly on

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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.