Gregg Swan

Gregg Swan

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Quantity Surveyor

Ref #: 84551
Location: Glasgow
Salary: Negotiable
Type: Permanent

Our client is a leading specialist in building remediation, delivering high-quality building envelope projects across the UK. With a strong reputation for innovation and excellence, they work with major building owners and developers to safeguard their portfolios.

This is a great opportunity to work with a supportive and positive team within a market leading business offering genuine career growth opportunities within a dynamic and innovative company.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing project costs from inception to completion, ensuring financial efficiency while maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Procurement & Contracts: Manage suppliers, plant, subcontractor procurement, prepare subcontractor orders and negotiate contracts.
  • Financial Reporting: Monitor project expenditures, prepare valuations, and ensure timely client invoicing.
  • Risk & Compliance: Assess financial risks, ensure adherence to contractual obligations, and manage variations or disputes.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with estimators, project managers, QS, design teams, and site teams to ensure financial control and project success. (Internal and external stakeholders)
  • Final Accounts: Manage final account settlements, cost reconciliation, and project financial closeout.

Requirements


Experience: 3+ years of experience in quantity surveying, preferably in building envelopes but not essential.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in cost control software, contract administration (JCT/NEC), and financial reporting.  The business uses Construct by Eque2 and experience with this system would be beneficial although not required.
Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of façade materials, installation processes, and construction techniques.
Communication & Negotiation: Strong interpersonal skills for liaising with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders.
Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in financial and contractual documentation.

 

Our client believes in recruiting the very best people, developing their skills and rewarding them well.

Also, you’ll be working on a range of exciting and diverse projects across the UK.
Competitive salary and benefits package including car allowance + Bonus.

James Gray Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, disability, beliefs, sexual orientation, or age.

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