Quantity Surveyor/Estimator

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor/Estimator

Location: Edinburgh & East Lothians

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 (Negotiable depending on experience) + Company Car, Phone, and Additional Benefits

Working Hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
• Friday: 8:00am - 1:00pm
• Option for 4-day working week: Monday to Thursday 8:00am - 6:30pm

Company Overview: Our client, an award-winning building contractor with over a decade of experience across Edinburgh and the East Lothians, is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor/Estimator to join their dynamic team. Known for delivering reliable, high-quality work and exceptional customer service, this company stands apart in the building industry. They pride themselves on a strong reputation, offering a professional and collaborative environment with excellent career growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Tendering & Pricing: Utilise bespoke software to accurately quote tenders and respond to price enquiries, developing and maintaining the company’s reputation by securing business opportunities.
• Client Communication: Engage with clients regarding costs, price alterations, and any financial variations, ensuring transparent and effective communication at all stages of the project.
• Quality Assurance: Oversee the quality and timeliness of service delivery, acting as the primary interface between the company and clients to instil confidence and strengthen relationships.
• Project Oversight: Take the lead on commercial services, reviewing and reporting on all aspects of ongoing projects, ensuring they remain within budget and on schedule.
• Financial Administration: Manage project accounts, variations, and internal job costings, ensuring that all services, resources, and fees are effectively administered.
• Contract Review & Negotiation: Review contracts to ensure terms are beneficial to both parties, and effectively communicate with clients to ensure mutual understanding and agreement.
• Collaboration: Maintain professional communication with clients, subcontractors, and project managers regarding financial applications, variations, and commercial aspects of the projects.
• Risk Management: Understand and address construction risks, applying commercial management principles to safeguard project viability.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in a similar Quantity Surveyor/Estimator role, preferably within the commercial and construction industries.
• Strong understanding of construction risk and commercial management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
• Familiarity with bespoke software for pricing and tendering is advantageous.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience).
• Company car and mobile phone.
• Additional company benefits.
• Flexible working arrangements (option for a 4-day week).

How to Apply: If you have the experience and skills we are looking for and are ready to join an award-winning team, please send your CV and a cover letter to Gemma at Oval Deene Recruitment detailing your suitability for the role. 

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a reputable company offering a supportive and engaging work environment.