Senior Quantity Surveyor

JR United Kingdom; Stirling; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor in Stirling is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to oversee accounts and manage subcontractors. The role demands strong analytical and communication skills along with extensive experience in quantity surveying. This hybrid position offers career progression opportunities and a competitive benefits package including a holiday allowance and employee discounts.

Benefits

Holiday allowance starting at 24-26 days

Employee discount schemes

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Quantity Surveyor with track record in complex subcontract orders.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to cultivate client relationships.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, particularly in high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise subcontractors and manage accounts.
• Support the Commercial Manager and oversee the commercial team.
• Conduct cost analysis and implement cost reduction initiatives.
• Generate comprehensive Cost Value Reports (CVRs) for all projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Commercial awareness

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Excel skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

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This role may be considered on a contract basis as well.

We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, strategic, and charismatic person to join a leading civil engineering contractor as a Quantity Surveyor working on major projects in the buoyant energy sector.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business at the start of a five-year framework, with plenty of scope for career progression.

• Holiday allowance starting at 24-26 days per year
• Access to employee discount schemes for major retailers
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Hybrid role, 3 days a week at the office

The Role:

With strong analytical skills, you should demonstrate a history of making well-informed decisions grounded in both experience and data intelligence. Success in this role relies on meticulous attention to detail and adept prioritisation skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervising subcontractors and managing accounts
• Providing support to the Commercial Manager and overseeing the commercial team
• Addressing client disputes and conducting internal audits
• Maintaining the commercial risk register
• Verifying the accuracy of measurements during weekly valuations
• Conducting cost analysis and implementing cost reduction initiatives
• Reviewing contracts and analysing rates
• Generating comprehensive Cost Value Reports (CVRs) for all projects

About You:

• Extensive experience as a Quantity Surveyor, demonstrating high commercial awareness and problem-solving skills, with a proven track record in compiling complex subcontract orders, including effective risk allocation and support for the operational team.
• Excellent commercial and communication skills, providing competent leadership to internal stakeholders, cultivating client relationships, and showing a keen interest in developing direct reports.
• Inspiring, influential, and charismatic communication skills, with experience in effectively delivering key messages. Problem-solving skills are essential, as are exceptional Excel skills.
• Holding a degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or having significant experience in a similar position.
• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements are available, and we offer a company car scheme or car allowance.

This role is available immediately. Please contact Intersect Global for more information on this QS vacancy.
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