Strategic Development Surveyor - Residential (Glasgow)

Construction & Property Recruitment; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction & Property Recruitment in Glasgow is seeking a Development Surveyor to join a major developer. You will move from cost management to act as a strategic delivery partner for multi-storey residential projects, handling appraisals, feasibility, procurement, delivery, and final accounts.

The role suits a PQS/Consultancy professional with cost planning, risk management, and the complexities of urban residential builds who wants client-side ownership of the development lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Quantity Surveyor with consultancy (PQS) background
• Experience with cost planning and cost management of residential developments
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• MRICS qualification advantageous

Responsibilities

• Develop appraisal and feasibility analyses for multi-storey developments.
• Lead commercial management from inception to completion to maintain viability.
• Oversee procurement strategy, tendering, and contractor appointments.
• Produce CVRs, cash flow forecasts, and project performance reports.
• Manage contract administration and variations with stakeholders.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Commercial awareness

Cost planning

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

MRICS (advantageous)

Job description

Construction & Property Recruitment in Glasgow is seeking a Development Surveyor to join a major developer. You will move from cost management to act as a strategic delivery partner for multi-storey residential projects, handling appraisals, feasibility, procurement, delivery, and final accounts.

The role suits a PQS/Consultancy professional with cost planning, risk management, and the complexities of urban residential builds who wants client-side ownership of the development lifecycle.