Construction Quantity Surveyor
18-month contract (24 hours per week)
£60 per hour - Inside IR35
Glasgow - Hybrid
Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a strong construction background? Are you looking for your next contract opportunity with a major transformation project?
Job Summary:
You will be responsible for managing the commercial and financial aspects of construction projects, including cost planning, procurement, contract administration, valuations and financial control.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare cost estimates, budgets and cost plans
Monitor project costs, risks and financial exposure
Prepare financial reports and forecasts
Manage procurement and tendering activities
Prepare tender documentation, BoQs and pricing schedules
Evaluate subcontractor and supplier tenders
Administer construction contracts and manage variations, change orders and claims
Prepare interim valuations and final accounts
Assess subcontractor applications and issue payment certificates
Identify commercial risks and support value engineering
Liaise with clients, contractors, subcontractors and consultants
Provide commercial and contractual advice to project teams
Essential Experience:
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction
Strong knowledge of UK construction practices
Experience with NEC contracts
Strong commercial and financial awareness
Experience with cost management, procurement and contract administration
Strong numerical, analytical and negotiation skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or related subject
Desirable:
RICS / CIOB or similar professional membership
Experience working on large-scale construction or transformation projects
Strong experience managing variations, claims and final accounts
If this sounds like a good fit for you, please get in touch with Kate Blackwell at JAM Recruitment
