Lead Quantity Surveyor – Major Energy Infrastructure

John Sisk & Son Ltd; Kildare; On-site; EUR 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Health & wellbeing supports

Job summary

John Sisk & Son Ltd is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial delivery of a major energy infrastructure project in Ireland. You will work with the Commercial Manager and project team to maximize returns, manage risk and protect the company’s commercial position.

The role targets experience in infrastructure, utilities or large-scale civil projects, with leadership responsibilities in procurement, cost control and contract administration.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying with training in commercial management, dispute resolution and contract law.
• Training in leadership, delegation, presentation and communication skills.
• Training in behavioural-based safety and risk management.
• Desirable: Chartered membership of RICS, CIOB or equivalent professional body.
• CPD in legislation, industry trends and advanced commercial management practices.

Responsibilities

• Own the project commercial strategy and adapt it with the Commercial Manager.
• Represent the company in commercial and contractual matters, protecting entitlements.
• Lead procurement activities including tenders, subcontract selection, orders and final accounts.
• Prepare and present financial forecasts, cash flow projections, reconciliations and valuations.
• Manage and agree variations with supporting records.
• Produce and agree final accounts in a timely manner.
• Ensure commercial compliance across contracts including traditional, design and build, and projects above 5m to 15m.
• Maintain project risk and opportunity registers and implement mitigation measures.
• Manage claims and disputes with records and representation to stakeholders.
• Mentor junior commercial staff and support performance reviews.

Skills

Leadership & delegation

Presentation & communication

Commercial management

Safety & risk management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Chartered membership of RICS/CIOB or equivalent

Job description

John Sisk & Son Ltd is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial delivery of a major energy infrastructure project in Ireland. You will work with the Commercial Manager and project team to maximize returns, manage risk and protect the company’s commercial position.

The role targets experience in infrastructure, utilities or large-scale civil projects, with leadership responsibilities in procurement, cost control and contract administration.