Quantity Surveyor (PQS)

Are you a Quantity Surveyor with a minimum of 3 years experience? 

Do you want to work for an award winning, growing, privately owned SME?

Joining this company, you will be part of a small team of professionals, delivering a wide variety of projects where you will be rewarded in the way of company bonus, career progression and work/life balance.

The company:

Our client specialises in Cost & Project Management, you can expect to work on high-end residential developments, hotels, large-scale Industrial units, distilleries, leisure projects, master planning of new developments, etc. With a strong presence and reputation in both Edinburgh and Glasgow, they pride themselves on delivering a high-quality service to their clients, which has encouraged repeat business from their blue-chip clients. As they continue to expand, they are seeking a talented and motivated Quantity Surveyor to join their team in either office, they have a top notch APC programme with a 100% pass rate to date.

Skills:

• Conducting feasibility studies 
• Preparing detailed cost estimates, bills of quantities, and tender documents.
• Evaluating contractor bids and negotiating contracts to ensure competitive pricing.
• Monitoring project progress and financial performance against budgets, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions as necessary.
• Managing change orders and variations to contracts, assessing their impact on project costs and timelines.
• Providing cost advice and value engineering solutions to optimise project outcomes.
• Liaising with clients, architects, engineers, and contractors to resolve cost-related issues and mitigate risks.
• Participating in project meetings and presenting cost reports and forecasts to stakeholders.
• Keeping abreast of industry trends, regulations, and best practices in quantity surveying and cost management.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying
• 3+ years of experience working as a Quantity Surveyor in a private practice
• Proficiency in quantity surveying software and MS Office suite.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

On Offer:

• Depending on experience; £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
• Company bonus
• Opportunity to lead and contribute to exciting projects in a collaborative environment.
• Career growth and development prospects within a thriving SME – future options/progression for equity at Director level.
• Supportive and inclusive company culture.
• Flexible work arrangements 2-3 days in the office.
• Conveniently located offices in both Edinburgh and Glasgow, commutable on public transport

Take the next step in your career by sending your CV or call Lewis Potter for more information.