About the Company
Our client is a long-established and highly respected principal contractor headquartered in Ayrshire, delivering refurbishment, roofing, cladding, coatings and energy efficiency projects across the UK.
With a heritage dating back almost a century, the business specialises in external refurbishment, planned maintenance, retrofit and improvement works for public and private sector clients. Operating across housing, commercial, public sector and infrastructure frameworks, they are recognised for their technical expertise, quality delivery and strong commercial performance.
Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, they are now seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.
The Role
As Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial management of refurbishment and construction projects from pre-construction through to final account.
Working closely with Project Managers and senior commercial leadership, you will ensure robust cost control, contract compliance and accurate reporting across multiple live projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Preparing and managing cost plans, budgets and forecasts
Subcontractor procurement, negotiation and appointment
Interim valuations, variations and change control management
Contract administration (NEC and/or JCT)
Monthly cost reporting and cashflow forecasting
Identifying commercial risks and opportunities
Final account preparation and agreement
About You
We are looking for a commercially astute and proactive professional who thrives in a contractor environment.
Essential:
Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or related discipline
Proven experience within a main/principal contractor setting
Strong knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contracts
Excellent commercial awareness and cost management skills
Strong negotiation and communication abilities
Desirable:
Experience in refurbishment, roofing, cladding or planned maintenance projects
Framework or public-sector contract exposure
Ambition to progress within a growing business
Whats On Offer
Competitive salary (DOE)
Car allowance or company vehicle
Pension scheme
Ongoing professional development
Opportunity to join a stable, growing and well-regarded contractor
Clear career progression within an established commercial team
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