QS job interview tips/advice needed

[Tyrant]

CRB14 said:

Whilst being fair. Unfortunately all too many contractor QSs believe it's their job to rip subbies off. I've always worked with the 'firm but fair' mindset. Building a relationship with subbies generally always works out better than playing the big 'I am'.

In my experience it's not often driven by individuals, but rather company culture. Some companies seem to use and abuse whilst (usually the ones doing well) build and benefit from good subcontractor relationships.

[King Kai]

Tyrant said:

Good luck to you, from a fellow QS (in Contracting!)

Thanks!!

CRB14 said:

Whilst being fair. Unfortunately all too many contractor QSs believe it's their job to rip subbies off. I've always worked with the 'firm but fair' mindset. Building a relationship with subbies generally always works out better than playing the big 'I am'.

I can imagine this is one of those vital pieces of information that can be taken for granted, I'll be sure to take in on-board.

p1stonhead said:

Going forward as a principle though OP, treat every pound like it's coming out of your own personal bank account and you are having work done on your own house. Gives you perspective as to what is reasonable and what isn't.

That's a very interesting concept, experience speaks volumes. I'll definitely be taking this thought process with me into the work place, thank you.

I appreciate all the replies, I was lucky to find the CQS online hang out lol.