Senior Quantity Surveyor(9-day fortnight, up to £60k)

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Glasgow seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor. The successful candidate will participate in all project stages, provide support to the surveying team, and enjoy a collaborative work environment with a focus on career development. Competitive salary and excellent benefits are offered.

Benefits

Pension

Holiday allowance

On-site parking

Early finish on Fridays

Support for pathway towards chartership

Qualifications

• Chartered Quantity Surveyor with drive and ambition.
• Proactive in preparing bills of quantities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Involved at all project stages from estimates to post-contract work.
• Support the surveying team with hands-on experience in various tasks.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Methodical approach

Organization skills

Problem-solving skills

Negotiation skills

Financial management skills

Numeracy management skills

Proficiency in MS Outlook

Proficiency in MS Word

Proficiency in MS Excel

Proficiency in PowerPoint

Education

Chartered Quantity Surveyor

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Senior Quantity Surveyor (9-day fortnight, up to £60k), Glasgow

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Glasgow, United Kingdom

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Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

Chartered Quantity Surveyor required to provide ongoing support in a Glasgow-based consultancy.

Our client

Our client is a well-established chartered quantity surveying firm offering services across Quantity Surveying, Project Management, and Employers Agent services to clients in both the public and private sectors. They offer a 9-day fortnight, a competitive salary of £52,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience), and the opportunity to work on diverse projects.

They are an independent consultancy working with owners, occupiers, developers, and funders across the UK. Due to growth and a strong pipeline of projects, they seek a Chartered Quantity Surveyor to join their Glasgow office. The firm has a strong track record of developing surveyors into senior roles, making it a great place for career growth. Most projects are in the public sector, ensuring a steady flow of work.

Your new role

You will be involved at all project stages, from initial estimates and budgets to pre- and post-contract work. You will support the surveying team, working with experienced and graduate colleagues, gaining hands-on experience in:

• Bills of Quantities
• Cost planning
• Value engineering
• Procurement
• Tendering
• Post-contract cost control
• Administration of various construction contracts

What you'll need to succeed

The ideal candidate is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor with drive and ambition. They should be proactive, experienced in preparing bills of quantities, and possess:

• Effective communication skills (oral and written)
• Methodical approach to work
• Good organization, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
• Financial and numeracy management skills
• Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What you'll get in return

An excellent opportunity within a growing consultancy based in Glasgow City Centre. The company values career development and has high staff retention. Benefits include:

• Salary of £52,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience)
• Work on diverse projects
• Friendly, collaborative environment
• Pension, holiday allowance, on-site parking, early finish on Fridays
• Support for pathway towards chartership, with one director as a current RICS assessor