Job Description
A well-established and respected main contractor based in Glasgow is looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.
Working as part of a supportive commercial team, you will be responsible for the full commercial management of projects from pre-construction through to final account. The role is primarily office-based in Glasgow, with regular travel to live sites across the Central Belt of Scotland.
With a varied project portfolio, you will get the opportunity to work within a range of sectors including commercial, education, community, conservation, leisure, and more.
Key responsibilities include:
- Commercial management of projects from inception to completion.
- Preparation and management of budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.
- Procurement of subcontractors and materials.
- Valuation of works, variations, and change control.
- Applications for payment and final accounts.
- Liaison with site teams, clients, and subcontractors.
- Ensuring commercial risks and opportunities are effectively managed.
About you:
- 4 years’ post-graduate experience as a Quantity Surveyor.
- Proven experience working for a main contractor.
- Degree in Quantity Surveying.
- Commercially astute with strong negotiation skills.
- Comfortable working both from the office and visiting sites regularly.
- Well organised, proactive, and confident managing your own workload.
What's on offer:
- Opportunity to join a stable contractor with a strong pipeline of work.
- Exposure to a diverse range of projects across the Central Belt.
- Salary and benefits package (dependent on experience).
If you’re a Quantity Surveyor based in or around Glasgow and looking for your next move with a reputable main contractor, I’d be keen to speak with you!