Senior Quantity Surveyor

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NEIGHBOURHOOD SERVICES AND INFRASTRUCTURE
Property, Asset Management and Facilities – Property and Capital Projects

Senior Quantity Surveyor

35 hours per week
Permanent
£44,569 - £47,251 / £24.42 - £25.89 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)

We are looking for an experienced professional with Quantity Surveying and Project management skill to join an established Projects team within Neighbourhood Services and Infrastructure.

The post will be responsible for the execution of allocated projects from early inception to completion by carrying out the full range of professional duties associated with undertaking construction projects including client meetings, programme management, procurement, cost reviews, payments, valuations, variations, order placing, enquiries, preparation of cost/value reconciliation’s, contract and contractor reviews.

You should be able to demonstrate the full range of professional duties associated with quantity surveying, with a good understanding of construction detailing, materials specification, contract administration and project management, together with an understanding of contract issues and CDM Regulations.

The minimum knowledge required for this role can be evidenced by either: holding a qualification at SCQF 8/9 i.e. SVQ4, HND, General Degree, Higher Apprenticeship, Technical Apprenticeship in Building or Quantity Surveying or other relevant subject OR having a minimum of 5 years previous relevant experience.

You should be able to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations within Orkney to meet the operational requirements of the Service.

This post is subject Basic Disclosure Scotland clearance.

Prospective applicants are invited to discuss the post by contacting Glen Thomson, Service Manager for Property and Capital programme, e-mail glen.thomson@orkney.gov.uk  telephone 01856 873535.

Closing Date: Sunday 12 January 2025

Please note that interview and relocation expenses will be paid for the post in accordance with Council policy.