Quantity Surveyor

Avenue is looking to recruit on behalf of our client, a well-established and growing construction contractor delivering a wide range of commercial and residential projects across Scotland. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an all-round Quantity Surveyor who enjoys taking ownership of projects from pre-construction through to final account. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring projects are commercially successful while working closely with operational teams, clients and subcontractors.

The position is available on either an employed or self-employed basis for the right individual.

The Role
Reporting directly to the director, you will be responsible for the commercial management of multiple construction projects across Scotland.
Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing accurate cost estimates and pricing for new and existing projects.
• Managing project costs from tender through to final account.
• Monitoring budgets, expenditure and project profitability.
• Identifying, pricing and managing variations and additional works.
• Producing valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
• Procuring and managing subcontractor packages.
• Monitoring project progress and commercial performance throughout the build.
• Working closely with site managers to ensure projects remain on programme and within budget.
• Providing commercial advice and financial reporting to management.
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.

Essential Experience:

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry is essential.
• Experience across commercial projects is essential, with residential experience advantageous.
• Confident pricing work, managing costs and overseeing projects from start to finish.
• Strong understanding of contracts, variations and commercial processes.
• Excellent organisational and financial management skills.
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• A Quantity Surveying degree is beneficial but not essential, industry experience is valued just as highly.

What''s on Offer

• Competitive salary or day rate depending on employment status.
• Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects across Scotland.
• Flexibility to join as either an employed or self-employed Quantity Surveyor.
• Long-term opportunity within a growing and reputable construction business.

Please apply with an up to date CV, or call Millie on (phone number removed) for more information.

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