Quantity Surveyor

OHMG; Newry, Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

OHMG is seeking two experienced Quantity Surveyors to strengthen our Commercial Division in Northern Ireland, based in Newry or Belfast with travel to project sites and client meetings. You will manage project costs, budgets, forecasts, subcontracts, and final accounts, supporting procurement and cost reporting.

The role requires 5+ years post-graduate QS experience in main contractor environments across commercial, residential, fit-out or refurbishment projects.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' post-graduate Quantity Surveying experience in the construction industry.
• Experience working within a main contractor environment.
• Experience across commercial, residential, fit-out and/or refurbishment projects.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial processes.
• Knowledge of JCT, NEC, RIAI and/or PWC contracts.
• Experience mentoring junior commercial staff or students.
• Experience with cost reporting systems or ERP platforms.

Responsibilities

• Manage project costs, budgets, forecasts and commercial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage variations, change control, commercial risks and opportunities.
• Administer construction contracts and maintain accurate contractual records and notices.
• Prepare interim valuations, payment applications and final accounts.
• Assess subcontractor applications, variations and final account submissions.
• Support procurement, subcontractor negotiations and supply chain management.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, Estimators, Procurement and Finance teams.
• Attend project, commercial and client meetings as required.
• Prepare monthly cost/value reconciliations, forecasts and cost-to-complete reports.
• Identify opportunities for value engineering and cost efficiencies.

Skills

Excellent numerical skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or related discipline

RICS/SCSI/CIOB accreditation or working towards it

Tools

ERP platforms

Cost reporting systems

Job description

Location: OHMG, Newry or Belfast Office, with travel to project sites and client meetings as required

Department: Commercial Division

We are looking for two experienced Quantity Surveyors to join our Commercial Division, supporting the successful commercial and contractual management of construction projects from handover through to final account.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage project costs, budgets, forecasts and commercial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage variations, change control, commercial risks and opportunities.
• Administer construction contracts and maintain accurate contractual records and notices.
• Prepare interim valuations, payment applications and final accounts.
• Assess subcontractor applications, variations and final account submissions.
• Support procurement, subcontractor negotiations and supply chain management.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, Estimators, Procurement and Finance teams.
• Attend project, commercial and client meetings as required.
• Prepare monthly cost/value reconciliations, forecasts and cost-to-complete reports.
• Identify opportunities for value engineering and cost efficiencies.Support and mentor Graduate QSs, HLA students and junior commercial team members.

What We're Looking For

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' post-graduate Quantity Surveying experience within the construction industry.
• Experience working within a main contractor environment.
• Experience across commercial, residential, fit-out and/or refurbishment projects.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial processes.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Full driving licence and access to own transport.
• Knowledge of JCT, NEC, RIAI and/or PWC contracts.
• Experience with cost reporting systems or ERP platforms.
• RICS, SCSI, CIOB or equivalent professional accreditation, or working towards it.
• Experience mentoring junior commercial staff or students.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing commercial team and play a key role in delivering successful, commercially controlled construction projects.