A well-established and highly respected main contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team, based out of their Glasgow office and supporting building projects across Scotland’s Central Belt.
Our client is a privately owned contractor with a strong pipeline of work across sectors including commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, and public sector developments. They have built a reputation for delivering high-quality projects and maintaining long-term relationships with key clients. Typical project values range from £5m - £30m.
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial management of projects from pre-construction through to final account. Working closely with the commercial and operational teams, you will ensure projects are delivered within budget while maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors and clients.
Key responsibilities:
- Managing project costs from tender through to final account.
- Preparing, reviewing, and negotiating subcontract packages.
- Monitoring project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.
- Valuing completed work and managing interim valuations.
- Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities.
- Supporting procurement and subcontractor management.
- Managing variations, change control, and contract administration.
- Liaising with site teams, clients, and consultants to ensure commercial objectives are met.
Requirements:
- Degree qualification in Quantity Surveying.
- Experience working with a main contractor on building projects.
- Strong understanding of standard forms of contract (e.g., JCT, NEC).
- Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple project responsibilities.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Full UK driving licence.
What's on offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Exposure to a varied portfolio of building projects across Scotland.
- Long-term pipeline of secured work.
If you're a Quantity Surveyor based in or around Glasgow and are interested in discussing further, please get in touch!
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