Quantity Surveyor

Morgan Hunt; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

A public sector recruitment agency is seeking a Maintenance Quantity Surveyor for a 6-month contract in Edinburgh. The role involves undertaking quantity surveying responsibilities and conducting due diligence checks on contractor works. This position offers an immediate start and requires strong analytical skills in assessing costs and methodologies.

Qualifications

• Experience in quantity surveying with a focus on contractor works.
• Ability to conduct due diligence checks on contractor quotations.
• Strong analytical skills in assessing scopes and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Undertake quantity surveying responsibilities focused on contractors.
• Review quotations and cost proposals for savings opportunities.
• Conduct value for money checks on contractor quotes.
• Assess scoping issues to ensure works are defined and align with project requirements.
• Conduct value for money checks on contractor quotes to ensure competitiveness and fairness.
• Provide assurance on costs and support delivery within agreed budgets.
• Liaise with contractors and internal stakeholders to clarify requirements and resolve discrepancies.
• Support risk management by highlighting potential cost, scope or compliance concerns.

Job description

Overview

Morgan Hunt are currently supporting a Public Sector client in their search for Maintenance Quantity Surveyor for an immediate start. Contract position - 6 month - Edinburgh.

Responsibilities

• Undertake quantity surveying responsibilities with a particular focus on contractor works.
• Carry out additional due diligence checks on contractor quotations and cost proposals.
• Review and identify opportunities for savings through analysis of scopes, rates, and methodologies.
• Assess scoping issues to ensure works are accurately defined and align with project requirements.
• Conduct value for money checks on contractor quotes to ensure competitiveness and fairness.
• Provide assurance on costs and support the delivery of projects within agreed budgets.
• Liaise with contractors and internal stakeholders to clarify requirements and resolve discrepancies.
• Support risk management by highlighting potential cost, scope, or compliance concerns.

Job details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Consulting
• Industries: Operations Consulting
• Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
• Contract length: 6 months
• Start date: Immediate start