Quantity Surveyor

An exciting opportunity has become available to join our team here at SBc Contracts in the role of Quantity Surveyor. This role is to undertake Quantity Surveying on a diverse portfolio of construction and engineering projects including Civil Engineering Groundworks, Road Construction and Maintenance, Bridgeworks, Flood Defences, Drainage, Footpath and Cycleways, and Public Building works within Schools, Care Homes, Offices etc. Ensuring delivery to agreed quality, budget and programme requirements you will work within the Commercial Team to produce valuations, procurement processes, subcontractor arrangements, cost forecasting and contract administration, while supporting business development, income generation and continuous improvement initiatives. The role comes with a good range of benefits including 28 annual leave and public holidays, membership to the local government pension scheme and future opportunities for training and progression

Educated to degree level, HND or HNC level in a relevant discipline or evidence of comparable experience and training. SVQ Level 3 in Construction Contracting Operations (Surveying) or attain the qualification within 2 years of being appointed.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.