Quantity Surveyor

Construction
Renfrewshire
July 25, 2024
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Quantity Surveyor

Permanent

Location: Paisley

Salary: 45,000- 50,000 DOE + benefits package

Ref: GR1394

Gibson Recruitment Limited

Your New Role:

A rare opportunity has arisen to join an expanding fit-out contractor who have a full order book for the next 18 months. The business can offer a clear career progression path for an ambitious QUANTITY SURVEYOR looking to progress up the ladder.

The successful QUANTITY SURVEYOR will be responsible for advising on contract conditions and commercial matters and maintaining accurate financial control systems including, but not limited to:

  • Analyse construction drawings and specifications to identify labour, material, and specialist requirements.
  • Preparation of enquiry documents, sourcing and obtaining material and subcontractor quotations including final negotiations and orders.
  • Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors on a regular basis to ensure budgets are not exceeded.
  • Collate and coordinate information from site surveys.
  • Liaise with clients to agree rates/variations and cost analysis.
  • Measure works as per contract specific schedule of rates.
  • Preparation and submission of interim valuations and final accounts within the agreed timescales.
  • Working closely with Management and Accounts to ensure accurate and vigorous cost management of the project to deliver a profitable outcome.
  • Provide accurate and robust monthly reports for Management and Client Progress Meetings.
  • Attend and participate in Site Progress Meetings.

The successful candidate will possess:

  • Degree in Quantity Surveying.
  • IT proficient with Microsoft Packages, including Microsoft Excel.
  • Be well versed in standard forms of contract
  • Demonstrate profitable commercial management of projects, CVR, Valuations, etc.
  • Knowledge of current Building Regulations
  • Experience of managing specialist sub-contractors
  • Experience of dealing with architects and contractors
  • Experience of reviewing drawings

What to Do Now:

Please apply now with your most up to date CV or call Graeme on the details below for more information.

If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, do not hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.

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