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Quantity Surveyor - Civils
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Quantity Surveyor - Civils - Glasgow
We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Quantity Surveyor to join a Tier 1 Civils contractor in the East side Glasgow, this is a full-time role that offers hybrid working between home and office.
In this role, you will act as the primary point of contact for all commercial matters within the account, working in close collaboration with Project Managers, Finance, and Delivery teams. You'll partner with their finance colleagues to ensure robust cost control across projects and support Project Managers in monitoring budgets and forecasting.
They are looking for someone who has experience running their own projects and understands commercial, contractual, legal, budgets, subcontract management, client facing etc.
- Ideally with electrical background (not deal breaker)
- Ideally commercially trained although other relatable degrees considered (engineering)
- Must have project lead experience
- Must have experience managing client, subcontractor, and suppliers alike
This is a unique opportunity to champion commercial best practices-maximising value while minimising risk and cost for the client.
What You'll Do:
- Robust commercial management of subcontractors and supply chain partners including the preparation, review and evaluation of subcontract enquiries, quotations and payments, final accounts and input to dispute resolution
- Ensure Applications for Payment are submitted on time and ensure the Company recovers full entitlement for all works and variations.
- Ensuring timely issuing of all notices required under the Contract(s)
- Support the CVR reporting process
- Ensuring compliance with the clients systems, processes and procedures to deliver post contract management
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What You'll Bring:
- A strong understanding of commercial reporting and implementation, supported by your excellent stakeholder management skills.
- A proven track record in a similar role will give you the confidence to be self-sufficient and work on your own initiative.
- It is desirable you will have previous experience in the civil engineering industry to be considered for this role.
Why Join them?
They don't just offer jobs, but also offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here's what you can expect when you join their team:
- Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions.
- Company Car: Select from an electric company vehicle or receive a generous car allowance, supporting their ambitious journey to carbon net zero!
- Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities for roles within the business.
- Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training tailored to your growth.
- Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to their award-winning programmes like their Leadership Development, and Multicultural Leadership programmes.
- Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
- Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy a further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge.
- Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
- Exclusive Discounts: Access their online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
- Social Impact: Take part in their community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.
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This is an excellent opportunity for a QS who wants to join this well-established career-focussed tier 1 contractor. If interested, please do not hesitate to contact me on the details below...
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