Estimator / Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Salary: £35,000 – £50,000 depending on experience
Location: Glasgow
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Sector: Specialist Construction / Refurbishment

GS3 Recruitment is working with an established specialist contractor based in Glasgow, with a strong reputation for delivering refurbishment, repair and specialist construction projects across Scotland.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to join their commercial team.

This is a varied role combining estimating and quantity surveying, giving you involvement from initial tender through to commercial management and final account.

They are also open to considering a more junior candidate with the right construction background, attitude and potential. Full support and development will be available for someone looking to progress their career.

About the Role

Working closely with the commercial and operational teams, you will be involved in pricing new opportunities as well as managing the commercial elements of live projects.

The role will involve a combination of office and site-based work, with responsibility across multiple projects and the opportunity to develop your commercial experience.

Key Responsibilities

Preparing tenders and estimates from enquiry through to submission

Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender information

Producing material and labour take-offs

Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations

Carrying out site measures and preparing valuations

Preparing applications for payment and interim valuations

Pricing and agreeing variations

Placing subcontractor orders and managing accounts

Monitoring project costs, progress and commercial performance

Identifying commercial risks and opportunities

Supporting contract administration and final accounts

Building effective relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors

About You

The ideal candidate will have experience within quantity surveying, estimating or commercial construction, with the ability to work across both pre-contract and post-contract activities.

Experience in refurbishment, repair, fit-out or specialist construction would be advantageous.

You should be commercially aware, organised and confident communicating with a range of stakeholders.

For a more experienced Quantity Surveyor / Estimator, the role offers autonomy and responsibility from the outset.

For a more junior candidate, the business is happy to provide training, support and progression to develop your commercial career.

Essential Experience

Construction estimating and/or quantity surveying experience

Experience producing valuations and applications for payment

Understanding of variations and cost management

Ability to undertake site measures

Good understanding of construction costs and commercial processes

Strong communication and organisational skills

Desirable

HNC/HND or degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction or a related discipline

Experience within refurbishment or specialist construction

Experience using estimating or commercial software

Working towards a professional qualification or interest in further development

What's On Offer

£35,000 – £50,000 salary

Permanent position with an established Scottish contractor

Hybrid estimating and quantity surveying responsibilities

Opportunity to work across a varied project portfolio

Genuine career progression and development

Support available for candidates at an earlier stage of their commercial career

Opportunity to take on increasing responsibility as your experience develops

If you are an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Estimator, or a more junior construction professional looking for the next step, contact GS3 Recruitment for a confidential discussion

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