Lead Chartered Quantity Surveyor – Ireland Projects

Savills; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Savills Building & Project Consultancy in Ireland is seeking a Chartered Quantity Surveyor to establish and grow a dedicated QS service. You will work with Building Surveyors, Project Managers and wider teams to deliver cost management, feasibility studies, cost planning and value engineering across a diverse portfolio of commercial property projects in Ireland.

The role emphasizes pre/post-contract QS services, tendering and contract administration, with a strong focus on delivering commercial

Qualifications

• Chartered Quantity Surveyor with MRICS or MSCSI qualification.
• Minimum 10 years' post-qualification experience.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement routes and cost management principles.
• Experience delivering pre-contract and post-contract quantity surveying services.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and commercial skills.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and industry-standard cost management software.
• Full clean driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and cost plans throughout project stages.
• Provide feasibility studies and development appraisals.
• Undertake value engineering exercises and cost optimisation reviews.
• Prepare bills of quantities and tender documentation.
• Assess contractor tenders and provide procurement advice.
• Monitor project budgets and cash flow forecasts.
• Prepare and negotiate final accounts.
• Provide cost reporting and commercial advice to clients.
• Prepare reinstatement cost assessments for insurance valuation purposes.
• Provide advice to clients regarding property reinstatement values and insurance-related cost considerations.
• Support project teams throughout procurement and construction phases.
• Monitor variations and change control processes.
• Assess interim valuations and contractor payment applications.
• Prepare contract documentation and associated commercial reports.
• Assist in contract administration and project delivery functions.
• Coordinate with Building Surveyors, Project Managers and external consultants.
• Monitor project progress from a commercial and financial perspective.

Skills

MRICS/MSCSI

10+ years PQE

Contracts knowledge

Pre/Post-contract

Numerical skills

Report writing

Driving licence

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Savills Building & Project Consultancy in Ireland is seeking a Chartered Quantity Surveyor to establish and grow a dedicated QS service. You will work with Building Surveyors, Project Managers and wider teams to deliver cost management, feasibility studies, cost planning and value engineering across a diverse portfolio of commercial property projects in Ireland.

The role emphasizes pre/post-contract QS services, tendering and contract administration, with a strong focus on delivering commercial