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ACTUAL CLOSING DATE: Applications must be received by 6 December 2026 at 11:55PM
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Please ensure that you read the full advert text and do not submit a CV, as these will be disregarded as they do not form part of SLC application process. If you require to submit additional information to support your application, please upload this under supporting documents.
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INTERNAL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY VIA OPPORTUNITY MARKETPLACE.
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Location: Brandon Gate, Hamilton
Hours: 35 hours per week, Permanent
Work Pattern: Monday - Thursday 8.45am - 4.45pm, Friday 8.45am - 4.15pm
Salary: £42,228 - £48,633 per year
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Housing & Technical Resources requires a Quantity Surveyor to join their team to assist with the day to day delivery of Quantity Surveying Services.
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We deliver an integratedDesign, Contract and Project management service based on strong links between our Building Services and Consultancy Services sections and private sector construction professionals and contractors therefore having the ability to interact constructively with a variety of stakeholders and partners is an essential requirement of the post.
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In this role you will beresponsible for assisting in providing a comprehensive quantity surveying service on various types of projects that will include providing cost plans, preparing bills of quantities/descriptions of work and associated contract documentation, tender reports, interim valuations and final accounts. This will include development of processes and procedures with Legal, Financial and Procurement staff from within the Council to deliver robust cost planning and cost management of projects.
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It is anticipated that the successful candidate will have a working knowledge and understanding of project cost planning, budget setting, cost management and delivery of capital and revenue projects in line with Council Standing orders on contracts and financial regulations.
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With quality service provision and best value as key aspects of this role your focus will be high on customer satisfaction demonstrating commitment to continuous improvement.
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It is preferred that youhave a proven track record of working within a property/ construction environment and you will display professionalism and demonstrate excellent communication skills.
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You should have a relevant RICS approved academic qualification in Quantity Surveying.
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View the Quantity Surveyor job profile
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Please answer the following questions as part of your application submission, your answers should be uploaded under supporting documents
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- Please provide evidence of your experience and achievements in the five specific behaviours framework. 'Efficient, Flexible, Leading, Working with Others and Performing’.
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If you require to submit any further additional information to support your application (not a CV), please upload this under supporting documents.
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Please Apply online - All correspondence will be via your email address
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Preferred candidates identified after the selection event process will be required to assist the recruitment team, if need be, to ensure timely completion of recruitment checks. If recruitment checks are not completed within a reasonable timescale, you may automatically be withdrawn from this position.
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Canvassing of Elected Members or employees of South Lanarkshire's Council directly or indirectly in connection with any appointment within the Council shall disqualify the applicant.
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Legislative Information
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This post is excepted interms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Scotland Act 2020.
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Overseas Criminal Records Check
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An Overseas Criminal Records Check is required where applicants born outside the UK (Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland) or who have lived or worked outside the UK for a continuous period of 12 months in the past 10 years.
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Applicants are responsible for providing evidence of the Overseas Criminal Record Check. The check must be translated into English and should come from the police, judicial authority, government department or home embassy of the country or countries concerned. The check must include an official statement confirming that the applicant does not have any history of or pending criminal record proceedings. Checks may be carried out to authenticate the documents provided.
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Equal Opportunities and Inclusion statement
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The Council is committedto fostering equality, diversity and inclusion in its workforce. Therefore, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community, including under-represented groups within our workforce. We are keen to receive applications from candidates who have a disability, who are from a care experienced background, who are from a black, Asian or minority ethnic background, from a military service background and from those who are new Scots.
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As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria as outlined in the job profile for this position.
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As proud holders of the UK Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, the Council is also committed to supporting members of the armed forces community, including service leavers, veterans, reservists and their families. In line with this commitment, service leavers, their close family members, veterans and reservists will be guaranteed an interview if they meet the essential criteria as outlined in the job profile
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As an employee of South Lanarkshire Council, you would also receive a wide range of benefits including:
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- Enrolment in award winning local government pension scheme
- To increase the value of their pension pot, Local Government Employees can opt to join the Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme.
- Up to 33 days annual leave
- Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days)
- Occupational sick pay
- Family friendly policies - flexible working and leave, maternity/paternity leave enhanced leave.
- Employee Discounts – including discounts at the cinema.
- Range of benefits to support you (Cycle to Work Scheme, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program which offers practical and emotional support)
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