Quantity Surveyor

Peace Recruitment, Glasgow

Quantity Surveyor

£40,000 - £55,000

Peace Recruitment, Glasgow

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Hybrid working

Posted 1 day ago, 18 Jun | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: None

Location ref: Glasgow

Full Job Description

Our client, a well-established construction and fit-out specialist, is currently seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.

Operating across the UK, they deliver a diverse portfolio of fit-out, refurbishment, facilities management, commercial furniture, and minor works projects valued up to £5 million.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor to join a forward-thinking business that offers varied project exposure, genuine career progression, and a supportive working environment.


The Opportunity

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the commercial management of projects from pre-construction through to final account, ensuring costs are effectively controlled while maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and project teams.


Key Responsibilities

  • Attend site surveys and assist with the preparation of cost estimates and project budgets.
  • Procure subcontractors and suppliers and prepare contractual documentation.
  • Assess and certify subcontractor interim applications for payment.
  • Prepare interim valuations and final account submissions.
  • Manage and value project variations.
  • Assist with the preparation of Extension of Time claims and Loss & Expense submissions.
  • Identify and manage commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Produce accurate monthly Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) reports and forecasts.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Support collaboration between commercial and operational teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Candidate Requirements

  • A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline.
  • Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction sector.
  • Strong working knowledge of JCT and NEC forms of contract.
  • Excellent commercial awareness and cost management skills.
  • Experience preparing take-offs and pricing variations independently.
  • Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
  • Strong numerical, analytical, and IT skills.
  • A proactive approach with the ability to take ownership of responsibilities.
  • Flexibility to travel to project sites as required.

What's on Offer?

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Exposure to a diverse range of construction and fit-out projects.
  • Clear opportunities for career progression and professional development.
  • Flexible and hybrid working options.
  • Supportive and collaborative working culture.
  • Long-term career prospects within a growing organisation.

Apply Now

If you are a Quantity Surveyor looking for your next career move and would like to discuss this opportunity in confidence, please submit your CV today or contact our team for further information.

Direct job link

https://www.s1jobs.com/job/quantity-surveyor-126994969

About this company

Peace Recruitment

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We help those in the Scottish Construction and Property industry who want access to the top talent and best job opportunities in the market to achieve their full potential both personally and professionally. We do this by offering a service over sales approach, by being embedded in the industry and genuinely partnering with you to achieve your desired results.