Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor Glasgow £55-75k + car or call allowance This leading international contractor is looking to add a Senior Quantity Surveyor to its Power & Renewables team. Supporting the commercial delivery of high voltage (HV) projects, with a focus on substations, switchgear installations, and cable works. The role involves cost control, contract administration, valuation, and project financial management to ensure cost-effective project execution based from Glasgow. Candidates with a civils and utilities background are welcome to apply, while any Substation, Grid Connection, Battery Storage, Oil & Gas orientated project experience will be an advantage. Role responsibilities will include – – Budgeting, reporting, developing BOQ’s, profit plans. – Undertake and manage interim commercial meetings with the Client and Internal Project Team. Report in detail as required for the Project Manager on the commercial status of the project. – Manage subcontractor accounts, interim valuations and final accounts. Ensure payment certificates are processed and payments are made per the agreed sub-contract and procurement terms. Retentions apply as per agreements. – As a member of the commercial team, the Lead Quantity Surveyor will be tasked with administering the contract obligations and meet additional Client requirements. Issue interim and final accounts and progress applications per project and contract requirements. Monthly applications to be all inclusive of accurate remeasures, site changes, dayworks and any applicable contract claims. Identify escalations, material or labour, as appropriate. – Ability to identify potential commercial risks and ensure prompt reporting of same to Senior Management. Follow direction of Senior Management in undertaking work duties. – Have a practical understanding of scheduling and the associated commercial implications. Ensure close collaboration with Planning Engineer regarding accuracy of progress reporting. – The Lead Electrical Quantity Surveyor will be capable of costing and agreeing daily work changes to include managing the subcontractor remeasurement of contract works, site dayworks and site change orders. – Maintain accurate records and provide necessary detailed backup to support commercial tracking and costing. – Ability to work on own initiative and can prioritise without direction. – Speed and accuracy of information a priority. – Negotiate, as necessary, with clients or their representatives. – Set an example of enthusiasm, loyalty and hard work in the performance of all duties. Candidates should have the following – – 3rd level qualification in Construction Economics / Quantity Surveying – 5+ years\’ experience in a similar capacity – Knowledge of contract conditions and their applications – Excellent Communication/Interpersonal Skills – Excellent Record Keeping and Administration Skills With 5+ years\’ of work guaranteed, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a strong existing commercial team. (url removed)