McTaggart Construction | Quantity Surveyor

Do you want to work for a company who value their staff, commit to developing the communities they work in and have a sustained pipeline of work in the social and affordable housing industry in Scotland?

About the role

As a project running Quantity Surveyor you will play a key role in our commercial team, working hand in hand with our Operations and Procurement Teams to ensure effective cost management, planning and delivery of a number of new build social and affordable housing projects in West of Scotland and Scottish Borders.

Key roles and responsibilities include;

• Liaise with the operational management and advise on all matters relating to Contract and Commercial issues.
• Maintain accurate financial control systems and report monthly on Cost/Value Reconciliation.
• Liaise with and advise on all financial aspects of contracts, ensuring that valuations are maximised, certified and paid on time.
• Monitor progress on site and take a lead issuing required notices in accordance with contract procedures and timescales.
• Prepare forecasts of cost and value of all trades including Preliminaries, monitor and report on same.
• Prepare Preliminaries budgets in association with contract staff, monitor and report on same.
• Ensure all quotations are carefully vetted and comply with the specification ensuring that the most competitive bids are obtained.
• Ensure regular meetings are held to agree variations and not left to the final account stage.
• Assist with estimating as and when required.
• Ensure tenders are accurate and delivered on time.
• Manage subcontractors accounts accurately and effectively to enhance contract performance.
• Gain competitive advantage.
• Attend Progress and other meetings as necessary to represent the company’s interests.
• Delegate efficiently and effectively.
• Assist the Contracts Manager, as required, securing labour, materials and Sub-contractors to ensure contracts are completed on time and within budget including undertaking take offs and material measurements for billing purposes, etc.
• Ensure work is carried out in accordance with the Company’s Health and Safety Policy.
• Ensure work is carried out in accordance with the Company’s Quality Policy and IMS Manual.
• At all times, represent the company in the best possible way, be courteous and professional, working to the highest ethical standards.

The Benefits

Company Pension

Car Allowance

Private health care

Life Assurance

34 days holiday including public holidays

Company Bonus scheme

Your Skills and Experience

This role is ideally suited to a Project QS who has some experience in commercially managing medium sized projects or multiple smaller projects in their current role.

The ideal candidate will be/have;

• Degree qualified or equivalent, demonstrable and relevant industry experience.
• Proficient IT user including standard packages such as Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, MS Teams, etc.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective time management skills.
• Clear and effective communicator, in-person, via email and in meetings.
• Able to set clear objectives for themselves and others (in line with needs of the role).
• Effective negotiation skills.
• Budget management skills.
• Understanding of H&S requirements and ability to fulfil these.
• Hold a current and valid UK Driving licence.

About the Company

Since its foundation in 1946, McTaggart Construction has delivered significant impact through the delivery of social, affordable and private housing projects throughout West and Central Scotland. We are seeking to future proof our business by retaining and onboarding key talent to ensure successful ongoing project delivery and excellent relationships with our suppliers, subcontractors and clients.

We proactively seek to engage with a diverse workforce and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities and beliefs.

How to Apply

Email your CV to our Recruitment & HR Advisor at ross.grimes@mctaggartconstruction.co.uk or call us on 01294 832195 for a confidential conversation about this role.

Please note, we are seeking direct applications only at this time. No agency CVs will be accepted for this role. Should we require assistance in filling the position, we will reach out to our existing agency partners.