Quantity Surveyor/Manager

Our OpportunityHere at Pick Everard, we are passionate about creating a prosperous and sustainable future, taking a fresh perspective on the built environment. We are looking to appoint a dedicated, forward-thinking Senior Cost Manager in Glasgow, although the location for this role is flexible providing the individual can travel to Glasgow on occasion. This opportunity is a flexible contractseconded to one of our key strategic clients in the defence sector,with an expected workload of between three to five days per week to start with.We're looking for someone who is able to work independently on arrival, with strong commercial management experience and great client management skills. Joining a supportive network, you can expect to receive training, guidance and genuine scope for career development.Ensure accurate provision of cost estimates, bills of quantities, contract documents and reports.Carries out audits/cost checks/reviews of construction and FM contracts.Identifying and quantifying cost risks and opportunities, monitoring project budgets, contingencies and cash flow.Resources own jobs, undertakes team supervision and monitors internal costs.Please note that due to this role being for a Defence client, security clearance will be required, and this will be undertaken once you have secured the role. You must be a British national to be eligible to undergo the security clearance process. Life at PickEverard - Pick EverardAbout YouOur ideal Senior Cost Manager will have: Chartered Surveyor with post chartered relevant experience (desirable)Member of RICS.Strong track record in a consultancy Quantity Surveying role, including cost management of building projects, feasibility/option studies, detailed cost planning, post contract cost management.Thorough understanding of the principal standard forms of Building Contracts including JCT and NEC3.Ability to control day to day programming and planning.Excellent report writing and presentation skills. About UsOur nationwide multidisciplinary team of 780+ employees, work collaboratively to deliver outstanding places and spaces that create lasting value for local communities. We're committed to creating sustainable communities where everyone feels safe, cared for and valued. You will receive an attractive salary, and amongst other benefits you can also expect: Agile working.Career and Professional Development.26 days' annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy up to 5 days' additional leave.Private healthcare, life assurance and healthcare cash plan.Stakeholder pension.Employee Discount Scheme.Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme.Equal Opportunities As an equal opportunities' employer, Pick Everard is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. Accessibility We're committed to helping you perform at your best throughout the recruitment process. If you have a disability or require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please get in touch with us at careers@pickeverard.Agencies We are committed to building and nurturing great relationships with our agency partners. LI-Hybrid #LI-WB1All LocationsGlasgowAll Locations is a required fieldAdvertising SalaryNot Specified

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