Quantity Surveyor

JAM; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

JAM in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial management on a major transformation project. You will oversee cost planning, budgeting, procurement, contract administration, valuations and financial control across multiple workstreams.

Key requirements include a degree in Quantity Surveying or related subject, membership (RICS/CIOB or equivalent), NEC contract experience and a track record on large-scale construction projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or related subject.
• RICS, CIOB or equivalent professional membership.
• Experience with NEC contracts and UK construction practices.
• Proven experience on large-scale construction or transformation projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, budgets and cost plans.
• Monitor project costs, risks and financial exposure.
• Prepare financial reports and forecasts.
• Manage procurement and tendering activities.
• Prepare tender documents, BoQs and pricing schedules.
• Evaluate subcontractor and supplier tenders.
• Administer contracts and manage variations, changes and claims.
• Prepare interim valuations and final accounts.
• Identify commercial risks and support value engineering.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, subcontractors and consultants.
• Provide commercial advice to project teams.

Skills

Numerical ability

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Cost management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related

RICS/CIOB membership or equivalent

Job description

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a strong construction background? Are you looking for your next contract opportunity with a major transformation project?

Job Summary:

You will be responsible for managing the commercial and financial aspects of construction projects, including cost planning, procurement, contract administration, valuations and financial control.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare cost estimates, budgets and cost plans
• Monitor project costs, risks and financial exposure
• Prepare financial reports and forecasts
• Manage procurement and tendering activities
• Prepare tender documentation, BoQs and pricing schedules
• Evaluate subcontractor and supplier tenders
• Administer construction contracts and manage variations, change orders and claims
• Prepare interim valuations and final accounts
• Assess subcontractor applications and issue payment certificates
• Identify commercial risks and support value engineering
• Liaise with clients, contractors, subcontractors and consultants
• Provide commercial and contractual advice to project teams
• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction
• Strong knowledge of UK construction practices
• Experience with NEC contracts
• Strong commercial and financial awareness
• Experience with cost management, procurement and contract administration
• Strong numerical, analytical and negotiation skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or related subject
• RICS / CIOB or similar professional membership
• Experience working on large-scale construction or transformation projects
• Strong experience managing variations, claims and final accounts