Senior Quantity Surveyor - DEE05908

Dundee City Council; Dundee; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to join their team in a hybrid role. This position offers the chance to work on impactful Capital Projects while providing expert quantity surveying and cost management consultancy services. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and be working towards MRICS status, showcasing a proven record in delivering high-quality projects. Strong analytical and interpersonal skills are essential, as you will collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure projects meet quality and operational requirements. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are ready to make a difference, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Proven record in quantity surveying and cost management.
• Experience in budgetary cost forecasting and cash flow management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Capital Projects and provide consultancy services to the Council.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Cost Management

Budgetary Cost Forecasting

CDM/Risk Assessment

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Relevant Degree

MRICS Status

Job description

Job Description

Working in a hybrid style, based at home and Dundee House office, you will work full time, 37 hours per week. If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please contact Michael McLaughlin on 01382 434113 or email [e-mail]

Requirements

You will have a relevant degree or equivalent and be working towards MRICS status.

Responsibilities

1. You will work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver Capital Projects and provide a quantity surveying and cost management consultancy service to the Council, its service departments, and external public agencies, as directed by the Senior Manager for Capital Projects/Cost and Project Management (CP/CPM).
2. You will provide a high-quality, flexible, and responsive service to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and meet the quality and operational requirements of the client department.

The Individual

You will have a proven record in quantity surveying, cost, and project management across various construction projects. Experience in budgetary cost forecasting, cash flow, fee management, partnership and collaborative working, along with experience of CDM/Risk Assessment, is essential.

You should have knowledge of the legislative framework, the Scottish Government, and the national agenda to ensure the Council meets its commitments. Good written and oral communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail are required.

Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to form positive relationships at all levels, are necessary. You should possess analytical skills to explore, evaluate, and interpret information and opinions, as well as strong decision-making skills to make informed recommendations based on analysis.

The capacity to work under pressure to meet deadlines, satisfy political objectives, and organizational priorities is essential. Willingness to work outside normal hours as job demands is also required.