Quantity Surveyor

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Due to significant growth across our Transmission and Distribution business, Wood is seeking an established Quantity Surveyor to support our growing workload within the Commercial area of our business. This role provides flexibility as a hybrid role, working between home, site located at Argyll, and ideally our Glasgow office. If you are an experienced Quantity Surveyor, eager to work with a dynamic team and keen to take on new challenges, we encourage you to apply.

We offer a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and the opportunity to work on exciting projects. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your career to the next level!

• Cost Estimation And Budgeting
  • Develop accurate cost estimates for projects based on project specifications, drawings, and relevant information.
  • Work closely with project managers and stakeholders to establish project budgets and ensure adherence to financial plans.
• Quantity Surveying
  • Manage project defined costs for all aspects of the project; including but not limited to labour, materials, subcontractors etc.
  • Analyse and evaluate variations to the contract and provide recommendations for resolution.
• Contract Administration
  • Administer contracts and ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions.
  • Review and assess contract documents, identifying potential risks and proposing mitigation strategies.
• Cost Control
  • Monitor and control project costs throughout the lifecycle of the project.
  • Implement effective cost control measures and report on any cost overruns or savings.
• Collaboration
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, engineers, and procurement, to ensure seamless project delivery.
  • Engage with project managers, clients, and subcontractors to address queries and resolve issues relating to overall defined cost of the project.
• Reporting
  • Prepare and present regular reports on project costs, budget status, and financial forecasts.
  • Provide insights and recommendations to senior management for decision-making.
• Risk Management
  • Identify potential risks related to cost and contract management and develop strategies for risk mitigation.
  • Proactively address issues that may impact project costs and timelines.
• Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in quantity surveying.

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field
• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within projects
• Strong knowledge of quantity surveying principles, cost estimating, and contract administration
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

At Wood, we understand and acknowledge that everyone is different, and we are committed to equal opportunities and want to access all the talent that is out there. We are committed to attracting a broad range of skills, knowledge and experiences and embrace differences.

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across emerging energy sectors.
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business.
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
• Flexible benefits package inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle.
• Commitment to continued professional development: development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests.
• Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession.