Quantity Surveyor – Cost Control & Subcontract Leadership

Deanston Cooper; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Deanston Cooper is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join a successful main contractor based in Glasgow. The role covers cost/value reconciliation, contract financials, and liaison with management to maximise valuations and ensure timely payments.

You will monitor site progress and guide subcontractor arrangements to deliver projects up to £1 million. The successful candidate will have an HND in Quantity Surveying with at least 3 years’ experience in building contracts, and strong communication and

Qualifications

• HND Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years experience with a building contractor.
• Ability to run projects up to at least £1 million in value.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with senior management on Contract and Commercial issues.
• Maintain accurate financial control systems and report Cost/Value reconciliation monthly.
• Advise on financial aspects of contracts to maximise valuations, certifications and timely payments.
• Monitor site progress and issue notices in line with contract procedures and timescales.
• Prepare forecasts of cost and value for all trades, monitor and report.
• Prepare Preliminaries budgets with contract staff and monitor/report.
• Vet quotations to ensure compliance with specifications and obtain competitive bids.
• Hold monthly meetings to agree variations; avoid leaving to final account stage.
• Ensure quotations for additional works are accurate and timely.
• Manage subcontractors accounts to enhance contract performance.
• Attend progress and other meetings representing the company’s interests.
• Assist site management in securing labour, materials and subcontractors to complete on time and within budget.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Analytical thinking

Education

HND Quantity Surveying

Job description

Deanston Cooper is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join a successful main contractor based in Glasgow. The role covers cost/value reconciliation, contract financials, and liaison with management to maximise valuations and ensure timely payments.

You will monitor site progress and guide subcontractor arrangements to deliver projects up to £1 million. The successful candidate will have an HND in Quantity Surveying with at least 3 years’ experience in building contracts, and strong communication and