Senior Quantity Surveyor

Kenton Black Ltd; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial functions for new build projects in Aberdeen. This role involves preparing tender documents, conducting cost analysis, and advising on procurement strategies. You will be part of a rapidly growing team working on iconic projects, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while navigating various building contracts. If you have over 5 years of experience in a similar role and a degree in quantity surveying, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a dynamic environment that values your expertise and contributions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing commercial functions in new build/refurb projects.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tender and contract documents for projects.
• Undertake cost analysis and manage commercial risks.
• Advise on procurement strategies and contractual claims.

Skills

Cost Analysis

Risk Management

Value Management

Contractual Claims Advice

Procurement Strategy

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Kenton Black are recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Aberdeen on a permanent basis. The client is a market leading main contractor with commercial new builds within their portfolio, up to £20m.

In your new role as Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing the commercial functions across commercial new build projects within the Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire area.

Roles/Responsibilities:

1. Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the architect and/or the client.
2. Undertake cost analysis for repair and maintenance project work.
3. Perform risk, value management, and cost control.
4. Advise on procurement strategy.
5. Identify, analyse, and develop responses to commercial risks.
6. Provide advice on contractual claims.
7. Maintain awareness of the different building contracts in current use.
8. Understand the implications of health and safety regulations.

As a minimum, you must have a degree in quantity surveying and managed commercial functions on new build/refurbishment construction projects (£8m+) for a minimum of 5 years. Ideally, you will live within the Aberdeen area and have recent experience within a similar role with a main contractor.

As a reward, you will be paid a desirable annual salary and join a business with a rapidly growing team. You will also be given access to working on iconic projects within the city and shire.

For more information please contact Josh at Kenton Black on 07925 438113 or apply within this advert.