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Senior Quantity Surveyor
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SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR
Perth - but hybrid working on offer (would look at candidates from Aberdeen / Dundee / Fife and Central Belt of Scotland)
My client is a leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor seeking a Senior and/or a Quantity Surveyor to join a dynamic major civils project on the outskirts of Perth. This role will support the commercial team in managing subcontract packages, cost controls, and contract administration to ensure the project's commercial success.
In this role, you will be the primary contact for all commercial matters within your area and provide advice and guidance to wider contract teams and ensure the 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.
This role offers a unique opportunity to implement commercial best practices, maximising value while minimising risk and cost for our client.
What You'll Do:
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, review their work, and support their professional development.
- Manage and maintain their relationship with clients and subcontractors.
- Monitor costs, comparing actual costs against budgeted amounts. Identify cost variances and provide recommendations for cost-saving measures.
- Producing monthly CVR's.
- Produce quarterly budgets and forecasts.
- Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for Task Orders.
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Why Join Them?
- 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 company.
- 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 programs like their Leadership Development, Women@work, and Multicultural Leadership programs.
- Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
- Hybrid Working: Offering up to 2/3 days per week working from home. If further away, I can offer being in the office every 2 weeks - so very flexible on this front…
- 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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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.
- Due to the nature of the role, it is essential for you to hold a suitable qualification that is relevant to the role.
- It is essential you have a driving licence as you may work from other sites/depots when required.
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact on their business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, they would love to have a chat. Therefore, if you'd like to discuss this opportunity further—or know someone who may be interested—please get in touch using the details below.
Desired Skills and Experience
Senior QS wanted by Tier 1 Civils contractor in the Perth Area
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