Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor Location: Paisley, Scotland Job Type : Permanent Working Pattern : Office Based Sector : Social Housing | Repairs & Maintenance | Construction Our client is a growing multi-trade contractor delivering Reactive Repairs, Maintenance, Voids, Planned Works and Refurbishment services for Housing Associations and Local Authorities across Scotland.

They are looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial management of multiple contracts, ensuring works are accurately valued, costs are controlled and profitability is maintained. Key Responsibilities Manage the commercial aspects of allocated contracts.

Prepare valuations, applications for payment, quotations and variations. Ensure completed works are accurately valued and billed promptly. Apply relevant Schedule of Rates (SoR), ideally M3NHF/NHF or similar. Monitor budgets, costs, margins and Work in Progress (WIP).

Review labour, materials and subcontractor costs to protect profitability. Liaise with clients and Contract Managers to resolve commercial queries. Identify commercial risks and opportunities to maximise revenue. Maintain accurate commercial records and update job management systems.

Support tender pricing and ongoing contract performance reviews. The Successful Candidate Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within Social Housing, Repairs & Maintenance or Construction. Knowledge of Schedule of Rates and contract valuations.

Experience managing costs, variations and applications for payment. Strong numerical, analytical and Excel skills. Excellent communication, organisation and negotiation skills. A proactive, commercially minded approach with strong attention to detail.

Experience using simPRO or a similar job management system would be advantageous. The Opportunity A great opportunity to join a growing contractor in a hands-on Quantity Surveyor role, with responsibility for commercial control, cost management and profitability across key Social Housing and Public Sector contracts.

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