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Commercial Manager / Senior Quantity Surveyor

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Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager
Permanent
Location: Glasgow
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 DOE
Ref: GR1550
Gibson Recruitment Limited
Job Description
Regional Main Contractor primarily specialising in Refurbishment works.
This is a rare opportunity to join an established Contractor that is going though a period of growth due to recent successful Framework agreements.
This position could suit an established Commercial Manager or an ambitious Quantity Surveyor who has experience of mentoring junior members of commercial staff.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be responsible for advising on contract conditions and commercial matters and maintaining accurate financial control systems including, but not limited to:
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- Manage commercial and contractual arrangements associated with existing client accounts and ad-hoc projects.
- Monitoring project progress monthly.
- Initiate invoicing of customers for work completed in line with commercial and contractual arrangements in place.
- Price, negotiate and agree costs and budgets for projects and project variances.
- Resolve commercial and contractual disputes with the customer.
- Manage and maximise cashflow to meet company standards and budgets.
- Produce financial and management reports that monitor project progress.
- Procurement and placing sub-contract packages to meet project delivery requirements.
- Assist and mentor existing Surveying team.
The Successful Candidate Will Possess


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- Degree in Quantity Surveying.
- Demonstrable experience working for another small or medium sized Main Contractor delivering refurbishment works.
- IT proficient with Microsoft Packages, including Microsoft Excel.
- Proficiency in construction cost estimation and Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of relevant construction regulations and legal requirements.
- Applicants MUST have full right to work in the UK and reside within commuting distance of the advertised location.
What To Do Now
Please apply now with your most up to date CV or call Graeme on the details below for more information.
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