Senior Quantity Surveyor – Civil Engineering

Permanent

Location: Inverness

Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 + vehicle + market-leading bonus

Ref: GR1349

Gibson Recruitment Limited

Your new company:
Market-leading Civil Engineering contractor, operating profitably for the last 50 years, benefitting from continued workstreams from their key client network.

They specialise in a number of Civil Engineering disciplines including Infrastructure, Water, Marine and Energy and can offer variety with their works. This is an outstanding opportunity to join an organisation who have an exceptionally high staff retention rate and who have a demonstrable track record of nurturing and promoting from within.

Your new role:
We are recruiting for an experienced and highly motivated Senior Quantity Surveyor to join this growing organisation. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all commercial and contractual aspects of Civil Engineering projects, including cost planning, budgeting, procurement, and contract administration.

Duties will include:

• Prepare and manage project budgets and cost plans.
• Identify and evaluate potential risks and opportunities associated with projects.
• Assist with procurement and tendering processes.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with clients and subcontractors.
• Prepare and manage project cash flows.
• Provide ongoing cost and financial advice to project teams.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior quantity surveyors.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Quantity Surveying degree
• Demonstrable experience in a similar role
• Strong understanding of contract administration and cost management principles
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Proficient in using relevant software, such as MS Excel and project management software.

What to do next:
If this role sounds of interest and you would like to be considered, please apply with your updated CV, or contact Graeme on the details below.

If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, don't hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.