Estimator / Quantity Surveyor

John Thomson Construction (JTC)

Founded by the late Stonemason John Thomson in 1952, John Thomson Construction Ltd has grown to become a successful family orientated business. Based in the Isle of Arran, JTC is one of the island’s largest employers, working across 5 main activities including; Construction, House Building, Plant & Transport, Quarrying and Engineering.

Their construction division is involved in a wide range of Building and Civil Engineering projects with their Housing division providing quality homes across the island. They have a substantial land bank and work closely with a number of architects to allow them to offer a complete package from design to completion to their clients.

The Role

Working alongside Directors Iain Thomson and Graham Thomson, the Estimator / Quantity Surveyor will provide JTC with sound experience of both small and large building and civil projects from a background which covers all aspects of surveying work including estimating, tendering and final accounts.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Estimator / Quantity Surveyor to join this well established family business and holds excellent future career prospects.

Detailed responsibilities can be found in the following job description:

Isle of Arran

Arran is a true Scottish treasure and is the largest island in the Firth of Clyde. It is served by North Ayrshire Council and regular crossings can be made to Ardrossan within 55 minutes. Island life can be very rewarding and with lots to do, including walking, cycling, water sports and for the keen golfers the island has seven courses! There is plenty to do for all family members and this role may be an attractive opportunity to those looking to change their lifestyle and be part of a real community.

More information on Arran can be found on the following links:

Application

For a confidential discussion please contact Nigel Fortnum on 0141 212 7555. To apply, please submit your up to date CV and covering letter/supporting statement expressing why you are interested in this opportunity and your suitability for the role by clicking here. All applications will receive an acknowledgement - if you do not receive this please contact Katy Gall on 0141 212 7555 so we can ensure your application has been received. Applicants will be long listed by matching the details given on their application against the job description. We would therefore ask applicants to provide clear evidence to show how your experience, skills and knowledge match those requirements.

All applications will receive an acknowledgement within 2 working days, if you do not receive this please let us know on 0141 212 7555 so we can ensure your application is with us in time.

Applicants will be long listed by matching the details given on the CV against the job description. We would therefore ask applicants to provide clear evidence to show how your experience, skills and knowledge match those requirements.