Job Description
Lead / Senior Quantity Surveyor
Glasgow
First People Solutions are recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established and highly respected main contractor based in Glasgow.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a strong pipeline of design & build, refurbishment and new-build projects across the education, healthcare, commercial and public sectors throughout Scotland.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the commercial management of projects from pre-construction through to final account, working closely with operational teams and senior management to ensure successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing the commercial performance of multiple design & build and construction projects
- Preparing valuations, applications for payment and final accounts
- Managing subcontractor procurement, payments and accounts
- Producing accurate cost reports and forecasts
- Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities
- Supporting operational teams throughout project delivery
- Maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships
- Ensuring projects are delivered in line with contractual and financial objectives
Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years' experience within a Quantity Surveying role, ideally with a main contractor delivering design & build, refurbishment or new-build projects
- Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management or a related discipline
- Experience operating at Senior QS level or ready to step into a senior role
- Strong contractual and commercial awareness
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Full UK driving licence
What's on Offer:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Secure pipeline of diverse projects across Scotland
- Opportunity to work on high-profile education, healthcare, commercial and public sector developments
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Clear opportunities for career progression
If you would be interested in discussing the opportunity further, apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
Equal Opportunities:
First People Solutions is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age.
