Graduate Quantity Surveyor

Murray Recruitment have an excellent permanent opportunity for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor for our client, who are a well-established and successful Building Services provider based in Aberdeen.

Reporting to the Commercial Manager and working as part of a team, you will be working in a very busy environment, practical experience or knowledge specific to facilities management, such as building maintenance and service contracts, would be highly beneficial but is not essential.

Responsibilities;

• Assist in cost estimates and budget planning, help prepare tender documents and evaluate bids.
• Familiarity with cost estimation tools and budget forecasting.
• Understanding of procurement processes and contract management.
• Monitor project costs and identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement cost control measures.
• Conduct quantity takeoff and prepare bills of quantities.
• Proficiency in quantity surveying techniques and measurement software.
• Assist in administering contracts and handling variations.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions.
• Prepare regular project cost reports, and maintain accurate documentation of cost-related activities.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships, address client inquiries and concerns professionally.
• Knowledge of building maintenance and service contracts.

Experience;

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Strong math and analytical abilities.
• Familiarity with quantity surveying software and MS Excel.
• Understanding of procurement processes and tendering.
• Experience in monitoring project costs and implementing cost-saving measures.
• Knowledge of contract management and compliance.
• Ability to generate clear and concise reports.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of facilities management practices.
• Ability to work well in a team and adapt to changing priorities.
• Due to the nature of the contract you will be required to go through a basic disclosure check.

Offering 

• Salary DOE
• Working hours Monday - Friday - 8am - 5pm (1 hour lunch office based)
• Holidays - 35 per year 
• Pension 

If you are interested in this position, please apply today by sending your CV! 

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