Quantity Surveyor

Cunningham Contracts; Newry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Northern Ireland is seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to join their team. The role involves providing commercial support to projects, managing costs, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should possess at least 4 years of experience in Quantity Surveying and a relevant degree. This position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

31 days Annual Leave

Life Assurance Policy

Pension Scheme

Flexible Working Policy

Ongoing Training & Development

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years experience in Quantity Surveying.
• Extensive experience in commercial management and procurement.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide commercial support to project teams.
• Carry out cost management including forecasting.
• Coach and mentor Junior Quantity Surveyors.

Skills

Knowledge of monthly reporting

Excellent team player

Time management skills

Education

HND or degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Overview

We are Cunningham Contracts Group. We are one of Ireland's award-winning building and civil engineering contractors with an extensive track record in delivering projects across multiple sectors in Ireland, including housing, commercial, education and healthcare. The company has recently expanded into new markets and business sectors, particularly in the infrastructure and specialist areas and has gained a reputation as a leading and reputable contractor who delivers quality assured solutions to its wide-ranging customer base.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to delivering an exciting career with learning, development and progression potential.

We are currently seeking an experienced and talented Quantity Surveyor to join our high performing team. The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for providing commercial support to the project team, maintaining commercial information and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements. The Quantity Surveyor will liaise with customer representatives and other third parties on commercial issues including agreement of variations, claims and any additional payments.

REPORTING TO: Commercial Manager

LOCATION: Newry HQ, supporting sites in Co Louth, Co Dublin.

CONTRACT TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

HOURS: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week with early finish Fridays.

Responsibilities

• Ensure robust, accurate and timely cost and value reporting at both project and business unit level.
• Ensure accurate cash flow reporting takes place.
• Carry out cost management including forecasting.
• Update the monthly CVR, cost and commercial plans and have accountability, along with the project team for the commercial performance and strategy.
• Ensure that any sub-contractors have agreed terms and conditions that are appropriate for Cunningham Contracts, with commercial risks identified.
• Ensure that the supply chain are engaged appropriately with the correct contract terms and conditions.
• Ensure that good client relationships are fostered.
• Be responsible for subcontract letting, negotiation and financial accounting.
• Ensure effective interaction between the commercial team and the operational site teams.
• Help ensure that commercial processes are adhered to across the Commercial department.
• Have a good understanding of the processes and procedures of the Commercial department, and actively seek to assist in development and improvement where possible.
• Coach and mentor Junior Quantity Surveyors within the Commercial department, sharing knowledge and best practice.
• Act as mentor to any apprentices that may be attached to the Commercial department, sharing knowledge and best practice, acting as a point of contact for any queries, and providing feedback on the apprentice as required.

The Candidate

Qualifications & Experience:

• 4 Years Minimum experience in a Quantity Surveying role.
• A HND or degree level qualification in Quantity Surveying, or equivalent.
• Extensive experience in commercial management and procurement of subcontractors, including chairing regular meetings, measurement and control cycle, certificates and accruals calculations.

Skills & Attributes

• Ability to demonstrate a good knowledge of monthly reporting and earned value analysis.
• Excellent team player whilst also holding the ability to work independently on own initiative.
• Excellent time management skills, with ability to work to tight deadlines.

Benefits

As part of the Cunningham Contracts Group team, you will be offered the following employee benefits in addition to your market leading salary:

• 31 days Annual Leave
• Life Assurance Policy
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible Working Policy
• Wellbeing Events
• Company Occupational Health
• Social Events
• Team Development Days
• Ongoing Training & Development
• Bespoke career pathways
• Support for Chartership Pathways
• State-of-the-art office facilities
• On-Site Car Parking
• Professional Membership Support
• Branded clothing

How to apply

To apply for this role, please visit the following URL to find out more and share your CV with us today: https://cunninghamcontracts.bamboohr.com/careers

Cunningham Contracts Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.