Quantity Surveyor

Thomas & Adamson; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy firm is seeking a Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager to join their team in Glasgow. The successful candidate will assist in a variety of project duties, ensuring adherence to company standards while fostering strong professional relationships with clients and contractors. Candidates should hold a RICS accredited quantity surveying degree, have strong core QS skills, and be comfortable using various IT tools. The role demands attention to detail, effective communication, and a proactive approach to tasks.

Qualifications

• Strong core QS skills reflected in successful project delivery.
• Basic IT skills with Microsoft Office knowledge essential.
• Familiarity with construction IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pre and post contract duties.
• Administer project work in line with company policies.
• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Proactive attitude

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Education

RICS accredited quantity surveying degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

CATO

CostX

Microsoft Project

Job description

About Us

Thomas & Adamson International Ltd (part of the Egis Group) are an award-winning UK based consultancy firm specialising in project management, cost management, building surveying and safety in the Buildings space. Over the last 90 years, T&A have been supporting and leading organisations through the challenges of procuring, delivering and operating their built assets. We do this across the UK, the USA and Middle East. The personalised nature of our expertise and advice gives our clients what they really want - greater confidence, more time and increased return on investment.

Our parent company Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our 22,000 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

We are now looking for a Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager to join our growing team in Glasgow.

About the Role

As part of your role, you will be responsible for the following:

Project work

• Assisting senior colleagues with a wide variety of pre and post contract duties, ensuring at all times that best practice is employed.
• Assisting senior colleagues with administering project work in line with T&A policies, practices and procedures.
• Representing T&A in the marketplace.
• At all times acting on behalf of T&A in a polite and professional manner and ensuring that company values are maintained and promoted.
• Ensuring efficient and timely implementation of all tasks and project requirements and making every effort to assist with maintaining projects on time and on budget.
• Ensuring adequate and timely communication channels are in place, both internally and externally to support effective project delivery.
• Coordinating and preparing information to support the Client, seeking and listening to the Clients requirements and acting on them accordingly.

General duties

• Generally representing T&A in a professionally competent and positive manner, ensuring service quality and integrity is maintained to the highest possible standards.
• Reporting as appropriate to the client and other stakeholders in line with the client’s requirement with company standards.
• Network and support business development objectives.
• Comply with all T&A policies and procedures, including the use of the Document Management System.

Delivering great client experience

The QS / Cost Manager will build strong, professional relationships with colleagues, clients, consultants and contractors, based on mutual respect, trust and integrity. In this context, the role will involve:

• Representing T&A, under senior direction, at project meetings with clients, designers and contractors to provide advice on all aspects of project assignments and following up on actions assigned to T&A at all such meetings.
• Communicating clearly, concisely and coherently with colleagues, clients and other consultants regarding information required for the purpose of performing our services.

Key attributes:

Suitable candidates will be expected to demonstrate their ability to:

• Prioritise and co‑ordinate tasks efficiently ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Pay accurate and excellent attention to detail.
• Be pro‑active and enjoy working autonomously and as part of a wider team.
• An effective communicator, being confident and assertive when required.
• Have a flexible / adaptable approach, working alongside colleagues to meet deadlines when required.
• A good role model for other members of the team.
• Understand and appreciate the importance of using discretion.
• A team player who deals effectively with colleagues and clients.
• Enthusiasm for the construction industry and desire to progress and become a key player in the team.

What do we need from you

• Hold an RICS accredited quantity surveying degree.
• Able to demonstrate a range of strong core QS skills reflected in successful project delivery ideally across a variety of industry sectors.
• Able to demonstrate basic IT skills with Microsoft Word and Excel knowledge being essential.
• Able to demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of bespoke construction IT systems such as CATO, CostX, Microsoft Project.
• Willing to commit to continual learning and development, in line with RICS requirements including achievement of MRICS if not already obtained.
• Familiarity with current forms of contract (e.g. SBCC, NEC).
• Valid driving license.

What's in it for you?

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:

At Egis, we are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a diverse organisation. Egis appreciates all job applications. If you decide to apply for an opportunity at Egis, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyone’s contribution as this builds our culture and means, if you work for Egis, you will be included, listened to, and respected.