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Posted 02 August, 2026

Senior Cost Consultant

FindCore
Glasgow, SCT, GB Full Time

Job Description

FindCore are thrilled to be assisting a leading multidisciplinary construction consultancy with the recruitment of a Senior Quantity Surveyor.

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Permanent position. This role will be based in Glasgow.

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Salary

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Competitive salary + performance-related bonus + additional benefits

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Deliver pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying services across a varied project portfolio.
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  • Prepare cost plans, estimates, budgets and feasibility studies.
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  • Manage procurement exercises, tender documentation and tender analysis.
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  • Produce cost reports, valuations and payment recommendations.
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  • Maintain effective financial control throughout each project.
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  • Lead value engineering, risk management and change-control processes.
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  • Negotiate and agree final accounts.
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  • Manage projects from initial feasibility through to completion.
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  • Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and contractors.
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  • Mentor junior surveyors and support their professional development.
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  • Contribute to business development and help secure new opportunities.
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Skills & Experience

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  • MRICS Chartered status.
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  • Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
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  • Approximately five years’ post-qualification experience within a consultancy.
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  • Strong pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying experience.
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  • Good working knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts.
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  • Experience delivering projects across a range of sectors.
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  • Excellent client-facing, communication and stakeholder-management skills.
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  • Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving ability.
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  • Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
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  • Proactive, collaborative and organised approach.
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  • Full UK driving licence.
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  • Public-sector project experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
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What’s on Offer

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  • Competitive salary and performance-related bonus.
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  • Generous holiday allowance.
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  • Ongoing CPD and professional-development support.
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  • Further training and clear career-progression opportunities.
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  • Exposure to varied and high-profile projects.
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  • Modern Glasgow City Centre offices.
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  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.
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For further information on this opportunity, or any other jobs, please apply via the link below or contact FindCore in the strictest confidence.