Graduate Quantity Surveyor - Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited : Job Details

Your new companyHays are working with an established Chartered Quantity Surveying company who provide professional services across Quantity Surveying, Project Management and Employers Agent services to clients in both the public and private sector. They are an independent consultancy and work with owners, occupiers, developers, and funders, across both private and public sectors throughout the UK. Due to continuous growth and a strong pipeline of new projects over the next couple of years, they now seek a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join the growing team in their Glasgow office. Our client has a strong track record of success in developing and mentoring junior surveyors into well rounded intermediate and senior surveyors - this is a fantastic organisation to develop and grow within.

Your new roleIn this role you will be involved at all stages of projects, from initial estimates and budgets, through to delivering pre- and post-contract work. You will support the surveying team, working with experienced individuals to gain valuable insight and hands on experience of:* Bills of Quantities* Cost planning* Value engineering* Procurement* Tendering* Post-contract cost control* Administration of different forms of construction contract

What you'll need to succeedOur client is looking for a graduate who has the drive and ambition to develop, but is by no means the finished article. The Client will consider a fresh Quantity Surveying Graduate but would also be open to someone with up to 1-2 years' experience in a similar role.Other key-skills needed for this role are:* Clear and effective communication skills - both oral and written* Methodical way of thinking and approach to work* Good organisation, problem-solving and negotiating skills* Financial and numeracy management skills* Sound ICT skills, with a high level of proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint* Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.

What you'll get in returnAn excellent opportunity within a growing consultancy - with plans to open a new City Centre office within the coming months. You will join a company that is committed to your individual career progression and allow you to maximise your potential, proven through their high retention of staff.The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary package, competitive holiday allowance, pension enrolment, on-site parking and an early finish on a Friday. There is also an opportunity to gain membership towards chartership where you will be supported by a colleague who has recently progressed through the chartership journey with the organisation.* A competitive salary of £25,000 - £30,000 (depending on experience)* Support towards APC and RICS chartership* Ongoing professional development and training* The chance to work on a diverse range of projects* A friendly and collaborative working environmentWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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