Quantity Surveyor in Kelso, Scottish Borders

Energy Jobline CVL; Kelso; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable local builder based in the Scottish Borders seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor. You will manage projects from bid handover to completion, ensuring client satisfaction. Ideal candidates are degree-qualified with experience in main contracting or housebuilding, and strong communication skills. This role offers a chance to live in a great location and enjoy a balanced family life, away from the hustle of big cities.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in quantity surveying and experience in main contracting or housebuilding.
• Strong communicator who enjoys working autonomously with like-minded professionals.
• Experience with various construction projects and strong understanding of construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Run projects from successful bid handover to final accounts.
• Work closely with site management and contracts management team.
• Further develop subcontractor base across the region.

Skills

Strong communication

Project management

Construction technology understanding

Education

Degree in quantity surveying

Job description

About Energy Jobline

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About the Client

Our client is a well-respected local builder based in the beautiful Scottish Borders. With the capability to build beautiful one‑off houses and refurbish large country estates, they are a true general main contractor. If you are looking to base yourself in a fantastic location and enjoy the country, this could be a great role for you to consider.

Role

As Quantity Surveyor, you will be working for the directors of the business, who are both from a commercial background. You will be expected to run your own projects from handover of successful bid to final accounts with a view to ensuring complete client satisfaction. Our client is proud of the level of repeat business and wishes to ensure this continues! With a strong subcontractor base across the region, you will be expected to further develop this core capability. The client is known for being a fair and reputable contractor. You will be expected to work closely with site management and the contracts management team in the coordination and management of your projects, giving you the opportunity to develop your technical construction knowledge and project management skill set.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Degree qualified quantity surveying background with experience working in a main contracting or housebuilding environment.
• Strong communicator who enjoys working autonomously with like‑minded professionals.
• Experience across a variety of construction projects and a strong understanding of construction methods and technology.

What You'll Get in Return

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a secure and mature business with a busy pipeline of work. You may be seeking something different and would consider moving to live in a great location with the opportunity for an excellent family life. This area has good schools and cultural amenities and may offer a change of pace from living in a big city.

How to Apply

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