Senior Quantity Surveyor

OCC Computer Personnel; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international engineering firm is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Scotland, offering a hybrid working model. The role involves managing commercial aspects throughout project life cycles. Candidates should have a relevant qualification and 4+ years of experience in surveying. The company values employee development and offers a range of benefits.

Benefits

23 days annual leave

Company Pension contributions

Private Health Insurance contribution

Educational Assistance and upskilling opportunities

Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience working as a Surveyor.
• Previous experience in electrical/mechanical field.

Responsibilities

• Manage and own the commercial and contractual requirements of the project.
• Interface with Client Commercial/Contract Team.
• Conduct cost and risk analysis.
• Manage commercial aspects of subcontractors.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to prioritize workload

Attention to detail

Ability to influence colleagues

Teamwork in a high-performing environment

Education

3rd level qualification in Construction Economics / Quantity Surveying

Job description

Overview

Senior Quantity Surveyor – We are offering an exciting new opportunity to join a dynamic engineering team. This role provides flexibility with a hybrid working model, allowing you to be based at home with minimal visits to project sites.

They are a leading international provider of innovative Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering Solutions. Their core sectors are Energy, Power and Renewables, Pharma, Food & Beverage, and Data Centres. Over the past 40 years they have delivered projects for Irish and multinational clients across the globe. They are currently expanding significantly and are delivering large scale projects across Ireland, the UK, Germany, Denmark and Sweden.

They recognise that continued business success depends on their commitment to and development of their people. They are determined to create a diverse and equal workforce and to ensure their company appeals to the best and brightest people. They wish for all employees to realise their full potential and have the opportunity to grow and develop during their career. They are also working to promote a culture of positive wellbeing through their wellbeing programmes and supports to employees and their families through their Employee Assistance Programme and the Lighthouse Club.

Key Responsibilities

• Management and ownership of the commercial and contractual requirements through the life cycle of the project.
• Responsibility for interface with Client Commercial/Contract Team.
• Project procurement including sub-contractors.
• Conduct cost and risk analysis.
• Review all incoming correspondence from Employers, Design Team and/or subcontractors to identify contractually critical items and initiate replies.
• Manage commercial aspects of subcontractors.
• Provide project costing, margin & cashflow reports.
• Manage project change order procedures and agree costs with client.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Suitable candidates must have a 3rd level qualification in Construction Economics / Quantity Surveying and 4+ years' experience working as a Surveyor.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Previous experience working in the electrical/mechanical field.
• Ability to prioritise workload according to deadlines together with a high attention to detail.
• Ability to influence colleagues at all levels.
• Enjoy working as part of a high performing team.

Why Work With Them

• 23 days annual leave
• Company Pension contributions, Life and Disability cover
• Private Health Insurance contribution
• Educational Assistance, CPD, Chartership supports and upskilling opportunities
• Opportunities for international assignments to work on one of their European projects in Sweden, Denmark, or Germany
• Their way of working is designed to help them on a journey of continuous improvement

Their people are empowered to make changes to ensure a quality install through effective ways of working. Their people have a voice and feel empowered. They have an in-built culture of innovation, learning and continuous improvement. Value is delivered every step of the journey. Their efficient processes deliver value. They have a standard, consistent and fully integrated health, safety, environment, and quality system within the business. An equal opportunities employer, they value their greatest asset – Their People.