Quantity Surveyor
Glasgow
Competitive Salary – Fixed Term Contract
Immediate Start required.
* Are you ready to drive project profitability and value while working on high-profile construction projects?
* Do you have the expertise to manage commercial and contractual aspects, ensuring accurate reporting and timely submissions?
* Are you looking to join a collaborative team where your skills and professional growth are highly valued?
The Company:
ER Recruitment are excited to be working with our client, who are a specialist construction project team delivering a high-profile contract in Glasgow. This role offers a hands-on, commercially-focused environment where the emphasis is on delivering results, managing costs, and driving value. The team is highly project-oriented, with a clear focus on practical solutions, accuracy, and timely decision-making. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced setting where your contribution directly influences the success of the project.
Role & Responsibilities of the Quantity Surveyor:
* Develop a thorough understanding of project specifications, pricing structures, programmes, and contractual conditions.
* Assist in reviewing, negotiating, and agreeing client and main contractor contract documentation.
* Support supplier and subcontractor selection, orders, and commercial management to ensure quality, capability, and contractual compliance.
* Measure, value, submit, and negotiate contract variations with clients and supply chain to ensure accurate and timely payments.
* Monitor and report project costs, cash flows, and progress, recommending and implementing improvements where necessary.
* Analyse internal reporting systems, design, procurement, and construction outputs, providing feedback on quality and content.
* Maintain and enforce commercial controls, change management processes, and adherence to company standards.
* Attend internal and external project meetings, recording actions, agreements, and unresolved matters for follow-up.
* Provide commercial and contractual advice to project teams, review correspondence, and ensure processes are followed.
* Contribute to team development by mentoring junior staff and ensuring training needs are met.
About You as the Quantity Surveyor:
* Proven experience in quantity surveying within construction, with strong commercial, reporting, and negotiation skills.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, both internal and external.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with project management and cost reporting systems.
* Committed to safety, professionalism, continuous improvement, and delivering value.
* Alignment with company values: integrity, collaboration, pride in delivery, continuous learning, and a safety-first mindset.
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