Quantity Surveyor

Randstad Construction and Property; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Scotland is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage projects' financials from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial and social housing sectors, with proven skills in budgeting and contract administration. This role offers excellent career progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for career progression

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the UK construction industry.
• Working towards or already achieved RICS accreditation.
• Strong understanding of various forms of contract (e.g., JCT, NEC).
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial aspects of projects from inception to completion.
• Prepare cost plans and estimates, ensuring profitability.
• Administer construction contracts and manage variations.
• Produce financial reports including cost-value reconciliations.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks throughout the project.

Skills

Commercial project management

Social housing expertise

Numeracy and analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

RICS accredited

Tools

CVR systems

Estimating software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our client is a leading contractor renowned for delivering high-quality commercial and social housing developments. Due to an increasing pipleine of exciting new works, they are a company that can offer excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development in a supportive environment.

The Role

As a Quantity Surveyor, you'll be instrumental in the financial management of projects from inception to completion. You'll be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered profitably, managing all commercial aspects, and providing accurate cost advice to project teams and clients.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Cost Planning & Estimating:

  • Prepare detailed cost plans and estimates for new projects, from initial feasibility studies through to tender stage.

  • Conduct value engineering exercises to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.

• Tender & Procurement Management:

  • Prepare tender documents, bills of quantities, and specifications.

  • Evaluate tenders from subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing and compliance.

  • Negotiate effectively with subcontractors and suppliers to secure the best commercial terms.

• Contract Administration:

  • Administer construction contracts, ensuring adherence to terms and conditions.

  • Manage variations, claims, and extensions of time, ensuring all contractual entitlements are captured.

  • Prepare and submit regular valuations for payment applications and certify subcontractor payments.

• Financial Reporting & Control:

  • Produce accurate and timely financial reports, including cost-value reconciliations and cash flow forecasts.

  • Monitor project costs against budget, identifying and reporting any deviations.

  • Manage project cash flow efficiently to maximise profitability.

• Risk Management:

  • Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Provide proactive advice to the project team on potential financial impacts.

• Stakeholder Collaboration:

  • Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, and clients to ensure clear communication and effective financial control.

  • Participate in project meetings, providing expert commercial input.

• Post-Contract Duties:

  • Manage final accounts with clients and subcontractors.

  • Ensure all contractual obligations are met and close out projects financially.

About You

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the UK construction industry, with a strong focus on Commercial and/or Social Housing projects.

• Relevant degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management.

• Ideally, working towards or already achieved RICS accreditation.

• Strong understanding of various forms of contract (e.g., JCT, NEC).

• Exceptional numeracy, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Proficient in relevant industry software (e.g., CVR systems, estimating software) and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the Central Belt of Scotland.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.