Quantity Surveyor/Estimator

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Full time
Location: Edinburgh
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Job offered by: Oval Deene
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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. Give us a call on (phone number removed), we look forward to hearing from you.

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