North Lanarkshire Council, as one of Scotland’s largest local authorities, is leading an exciting and ambitious regeneration programme for its town centres and surrounding areas as part of its plans for inclusive economic growth. Working with a variety of partners, the Enterprise and Communities service has a key role in guiding this regeneration towards sustainable development. We are committed to creating prosperity and making North Lanarkshire a great place to live, learn, work, invest and visit.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Contract Strategy team to provide a quantity surveying service for the Council’s 37, housing properties .
You will have a varied and engaging workload, taking ownership of the full spectrum of quantity surveying responsibilities, including:
1. Accurate cost estimating and budget management.
2. Preparation of comprehensive contract documentation.
3. Detailed site measurements and valuations.
4. Efficient processing of payments.
5. Proactive contract administration and management.
6. Contributing to procurement strategies and processes.
As Quantity Surveyor, you will be part of the Contract Strategy team and be a hybrid worker with attendance at sites/offices as required. You will be involved in all aspects of quantity surveying function, including procurement and contract management working across a variety of different contracts .
You should be educated to degree level in a relevant subject and be eligible for chartered membership of RICS. You should have considerable experience within the design and construction industry, experience of computerised billing systems and knowledge of public sector procurement and current contract conditions.
Contracted hours are 35 hours per week, however part-time hours are available (negotiable).
This is a readvertisement, and previous applicants need not apply.
Working here at North Lanarkshire Council
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