Quantity Surveyor

Farrans (Construction) Limited

Paisley

On-site

GBP 42,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Career development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK is seeking a Quantity Surveyor responsible for managing project costs, maximizing revenue, and ensuring compliance with financial standards. You'll support delivery teams and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and clients. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Quantity Surveying and prior experience in major projects. This full-time role offers flexible working hours and a comprehensive benefits package to enhance work-life balance.

Qualifications

Educated to degree level in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification.
Prior pre and post contract experience in a construction QS role.
Strong understanding of modern building techniques.

Responsibilities

Achieve appropriate commercial results through accurate financial reporting.
Manage subcontractor accounts and monitor against the programme.
Provide analysis of cost over-runs and projections.

Skills

Financial reporting

Relationship management

Contract negotiation

Cost analysis

Project management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Database software

Job description

As a Quantity Surveyor you will be responsible for monitoring the control of costs, maximising revenue, minimising liabilities, and maintaining the required standard of financial recording on a variety of projects. Provide commercial support to the delivery teams with the design and construction of the projects in line with time, cost, quality, carbon, HSE and custom

Responsibilities

To achieve the appropriate commercial result for projects through the provision of accurate financial reporting.
Build and maintain working relationships with the supply chain and clients.
Manage subcontractor supplier accounts, financially and contractually. Monitor subcontractors against the programme. Negotiate final accounts.
Place supply chain orders in accordance with the procurement schedule.
Complete measurements and valuations of work executed, ensuring that they meet the conditions of the contract.
Ensure payments to Sub Contractors and Supplier are made to the terms and work in progress cash targets.
Ensure that Farrans Construction is compliant with all contractual requirements.
Monitor project expenditure against budget.
Provide analysis of cost over‑run and cost projections.
Explore opportunities to maximise value and minimise cost.
Liaise with clients on commercial issues, including agreement of variations, claims and additional payments.
Identify legitimate contractual claim situations and prepare suitable and documentation to clients.
Strive for continuous improvement within the commercial process and your area of responsibility
Abide by all business compliance requirements in line with Company policies

Qualifications

Educated to degree level in Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management or equivalent qualification
Prior pre and post contract experience in a construction QS role working on major projects
Strong understanding of modern building techniques, plant and equipment and an appreciation of logistical needs/issues
Strong understanding of construction contract conditions
Appreciations of the impact of cost in the completion of a programme and development of a construction solutions
Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and database software

About Us

Here at Farrans we build, we transform, and we connect. Making a positive difference to the communities in which we operate is our passion and we place social responsibility at the heart of every scheme.

The projects we deliver have an important role in the everyday lives of people in the UK & Ireland. We are committed to making a positive impact on the environment and strive for sustainability in all we do.

Our culture is one of transparency, equality and encouragement, where questions are welcomed, learning never stops and access to support is provided.

Farrans are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for all. Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know.

When you come to Farrans, you can make a big impact. We love enthusiasm, new ideas and innovation. Your well-being is our priority.

Our people are our greatest asset, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you to achieve your full potential.

Our career development opportunities provide you with a clear progression pathway, advanced education in your core subjects as well as management and leadership opportunities to excel quickly.

We understand the importance of work life balance. We offer flexible working hours (where applicable) and generous leave policies to help you maintain a healthy work‑life integration.

We know that our most important asset is our people and that is why we have invested significantly to ensure the physical and mental wellbeing of all our employees.

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