Senior Quantity Surveyor
- by Build Recruitment Limited
- Location Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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Salary
£70,000 - £75,000 / year
2 hours ago
Job Description:
Glasgow
The OpportunityA leading building services and engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its growing commercial team in Scotland.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially focused professional to take ownership of the financial management of major M&E and multi-discipline projects from pre-construction through to final account. Working closely with operational teams, clients and subcontractors, you will play a key role in protecting profitability, managing risk and driving successful project outcomes.
If you're an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for the next step in your career within a dynamic and expanding business, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the commercial management of multiple building services and engineering projects
- Prepare, manage and report project budgets, forecasts and cost plans
- Administer contracts and ensure compliance with contractual obligations
- Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiations, valuations and final accounts
- Prepare and submit applications for payment, variations and claims
- Monitor project costs, identify commercial risks and implement mitigation strategies
- Provide accurate financial reporting and performance updates to senior management
- Support operational teams in delivering projects safely, efficiently and profitably
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners
- Mentor and support junior commercial team members where required
What We're Looking ForEssential
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction, building services or M&E sector
- Strong understanding of commercial management across complex projects
- Experience administering standard forms of contract, including NEC and/or JCT
- Excellent cost management, forecasting and reporting skills
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder management abilities
- Full UK driving licence
- Experience working on large-scale M&E, energy or infrastructure projects
- Membership of, or working towards, a recognised professional body such as RICS or CIOB
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Knowledge of dispute resolution and claims management
Key Skills
- Commercial Management
- Cost Control & Forecasting
- Contract Administration
- Procurement & Supply Chain Management
- Risk Management
- Financial Reporting
- Negotiation & Influencing
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Leadership & Mentoring
- Client Relationship Management
What's on Offer?
- Opportunity to work on high-value, technically challenging projects
- Clear career progression within a growing and ambitious organisation
- Supportive and collaborative commercial team
- Competitive salary, car allowance and benefits package
- Long-term project pipeline across Scotland
Ready to take the lead on major projects and make a real commercial impact? Apply now for a confidential discussion.
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Job Type
Permanent, Full Time
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Work Authorisation
No
- Industry Sector Construction