Senior Quantity Surveyor

Hays; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Glasgow. You will oversee all aspects of the cost management process for residential projects, ensuring financial efficiency. This role offers competitive salary and benefits, along with career development opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Attractive performance-related bonus

Opportunities for career development

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quantity surveying, preferably in residential construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and cost management.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost plans, and valuations.
• Conduct cost analysis and procurement strategies.
• Monitor project progress and provide accurate financial reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

MS Office

Cost management software

Job description

Fantastic Role For Experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a large secure business. Exceptional Benefits package

Our Client
Our clients are an industry powerhouse with a fantastic brand for building quality residential developments while allowing their staff to achieve their professional ambitions and targets. With a busy pipeline of work planned for the next 5 years around Glasgow they are seeking to add an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to their commercial team in Glasgow.

Your New Role
The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing all aspects of the cost management process for their residential projects, ensuring financial efficiency and project success.
Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost plans, and valuations.
• Conduct cost analysis and procurement strategies.
• Oversee contract administration and manage subcontractor relationships.
• Monitor project progress and provide accurate financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and legal requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, and engineers to achieve project goals.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks to project budgets and timelines.

What you will need to succeed :

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quantity surveying, preferably in the residential construction sector.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, cost management, and procurement processes.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools (e.g., MS Office, cost management software).

What they Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, with attractive performance-related bonus.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The chance to work on exciting and innovative residential projects.

If this role is of interest, get in touch now.