Senior Quantity Surveyor

James Gray Recruitment; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team in West Lothian. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values its staff, including a 4-day working week while maintaining full pay. The successful candidate will oversee project costs, manage a team of Assistant Quantity Surveyors, and engage with various stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. If you have a strong background in quantity surveying, particularly with fit-out projects, and are looking for a role that promotes work-life balance, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

4-Day Work Week

Excellent Working Environment

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Experience with Fit Out Projects and Subcontractors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop two Assistant/Quantity Surveyors.
• Oversee costs and create comprehensive project cost plans.
• Engage with design and operational teams throughout projects.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Cost Management

Commercial Awareness

Project Lifecycle Management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

NEC Contracts

JCT Contracts

Job description

We’re partnering with a leading Specialist Fit-Out Subcontractor as they look for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

About The Client:

• Based in West Lothian.
• The business turnover circa 10m.
• They specialise in joinery up to £4 million in value.
• This client truly values their staff and want to create an excellent working environment and have even introduced a 4 DAY working week for office staff. So, you will work 4 days per week, but you will be paid for 5.

Your responsibilities will involve:

• Reporting to the Commercial Director
• Managing and developing two Assistant/Quantity Surveyors
• Overseeing costs and creating comprehensive project cost plans.
• Handling commercial aspects of ongoing projects.
• Engaging with design and operational teams throughout the entire project lifecycle.
• Preparing valuations, generating commercial reports, and identifying variations.

What you’ll need to be successful:

• The ideal candidate will be degree-qualified within relevant subject (Quantity Surveying).
• Exposure working within a Subcontractor would be advantageous.
• Previous experience working on Fit Out Projects.
• Knowledge of Commercial Contracts such as NEC/JCT etc.