Quantity Surveyor

ZipRecruiter; Kilmarnock; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the hospitality sector is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage various projects across Scotland. This role involves overseeing commercial aspects, preparing budgets, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure quality and compliance. With competitive salary and flexible working options, this position offers growth opportunities as the company expands into accommodation ventures.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working options

Generous staff perks including discounts

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a QS role in hospitality sector.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts (JCT, Design & Build).
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the commercial management of multiple projects from inception to completion.
• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and feasibility studies.
• Provide monthly cost reports and forecasting.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical

Communication

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Tools

Cost management software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

At Buzzworks, our mission is to make people feel great through hospitality. Creating a buzz with food, drink, style, and service. This is captured across a growing portfolio of award-winning bars, restaurants, and soon, boutique hotel-style accommodation. With a strong reputation for innovation and quality, we are now looking for a dynamic and experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our passionate property team as we scale up our development plans across Scotland.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a background in hospitality projects, including restaurants, bars, and small hotels/accommodation schemes. You will be instrumental in managing the commercial and cost aspects of projects ranging from £100k to approx.£6 million, including new builds, refurbishments, refreshes and fit-outs.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the commercial management of multiple projects from inception to completion
• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and feasibility studies for new ventures
• Manage tender processes, including contractor and supplier negotiations
• Monitor project budgets, cash flows, and change control
• Carry out value engineering to optimise quality and cost
• Prepare and negotiate contracts, interim payments, and final accounts
• Collaborate closely with the internal property team, external consultants, and contractors
• Ensure that all work complies with legal and regulatory standards
• Provide monthly cost reports and forecasting to the leadership team
• Support the development of new processes and systems as Buzzworks expands into accommodation

Key Requirements

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a QS role, with demonstrable work in the hospitality sector (restaurants, bars, hotels/accommodation)
• Experience delivering refits, refurbishments, and new builds
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts (JCT, Design & Build, etc.)
• Ability to manage multiple projects at different stages
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Proficient in cost management software and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites as needed

Desirable

• MRICS
• Familiarity with sustainable and energy-efficient design principles
• Experience working client-side or within a design & build contractor

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working options
• Generous staff perks including discounts across our venues
• Supportive and forward-thinking team environment
• Opportunities for growth as we expand into new hospitality and accommodation ventures