Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

James Frew Ltd is now one of the largest privately owned building services companies in Scotland, providing property solutions, including plumbing, heating, mechanical services, gas maintenance, and building upgrades for the public and private sectors. Based in Stevenston Ayrshire, Glasgow and Airdrie, we directly employ over 360 people including 49 apprentices.

We are currently seeking to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our forward-thinking team to help deliver our strategic priorities. This position is an excellent opportunity to work within a fast-paced organisation committed to operational excellence.

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will drive all commercial aspects including procurement, tender-winning, risk, contract administration and sub-contract management.

The successful candidate will:

· Hold a recognised qualification in Quantity Surveying and be able to demonstrate evidence of significant Career Long Professional Learning (CLPL).

· Have at least a minimum of 5-years post qualification surveying experience working in a construction or building services environment.

· Have a proven track record in leading change within a complex organisation.

· Be an excellent team-player and negotiator with effective communication skills and able to generate reports to an exceptionally high standard.

· Be determined to succeed with a positive “can-do” attitude and able to engage with staff and stakeholders at all levels.

Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for:

· Co-ordinating all aspects of Quantity Surveying across the organisation including procurement, tender winning, risk analysis, contract administration, sub-contract management.

· Managing costs, analysis of labour, plant and materials and the preparation of valuations for payment applications through to final accounts.

· Supporting delivery teams to improve competitiveness, boost productivity and deliver operational excellence across all aspects of the organisation.

Candidates with significant estimating experience will also be considered.