Mechanical Quantity Surveyor Building Services and Mechanical Contractor

Breagh Recruitment Ltd; Dublin; On-site; EUR 64,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Breagh Recruitment Ltd., West Dublin, is seeking a Mechanical Quantity Surveyor to take full commercial responsibility for mechanical packages from pre-contract through final account. You will collaborate with Project Managers, Planning Engineers, and senior commercial leadership to ensure cost control, contract compliance and robust reporting.

The role requires proven Mechanical QS experience within a mechanical/M&E contractor, strong knowledge of contracts, and excellent negotiation and

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Building Services or related discipline.
• Proven experience as a Mechanical Quantity Surveyor within a mechanical contractor or M&E contractor.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and commercial management on building services projects.
• Experience managing mechanical packages on data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial or large commercial projects.
• Excellent understanding of variations, remeasurement, subcontractor management and final accounts.
• Commercially aware with strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast paced project environment.
• Detail focused with a commitment to accuracy and protecting project margin.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial aspects of mechanical building services projects from tender handover to final account.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost plans, cash flow forecasts and monthly commercial reports.
• Administer subcontractor packages including procurement, valuations, payments, variations and final account.
• Prepare interim valuations and agree applications for payment with clients.
• Identify, price and negotiate variations, remeasurements, change orders and dayworks.
• Monitor project costs against budget and highlight commercial risks at an early stage.
• Attend and lead commercial meetings with internal teams and client representatives.
• Work closely with planning teams to ensure accurate cost to complete and progress reporting.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records to support claims and protect contractual entitlements.
• Ensure compliance with contract conditions and company commercial procedures.

Skills

Mechanical QS experience

Contract management

Negotiation

Communication

Organisation

Attention to detail

Education

Quantity Surveying/Building Services degree

Job description

Mechanical Quantity Surveyor Building Services and Mechanical Contractor (BH-2614-4)

Location Dublin, Ireland Sector Engineering Salary 85,000.00 EU per annum

Job Title: Mechanical Quantity Surveyor

Building Services and Mechanical Contractor
Location: Co Dublin
Leading International Engineering Contractor
Salary: Up to €85,000 DOE

The Company

This established international engineering contractor delivers large scale mechanical and electrical projects across data centres, pharmaceuticals, life sciences, energy and industrial sectors. With a strong pipeline of work in Dublin and across Ireland, they are recognised for technical excellence, commercial strength and consistent project delivery.
Their Dublin operation continues to grow, driven by repeat business from blue chip clients and a reputation for delivering complex building services projects on time and on budget. The commercial team plays a central role in protecting margins and ensuring project success.

The Role Mechanical Quantity Surveyor

As a Mechanical Quantity Surveyor based in West Dublin, you will take full commercial responsibility for mechanical packages from pre contract stage through to final account. You will work closely with Project Managers, Planning Engineers and senior commercial leadership to ensure accurate cost control, contract compliance and commercial reporting.
This is a key role within a high performing commercial team where your ability to manage subcontractor accounts, valuations, variations and claims will directly impact project profitability and programme delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial aspects of mechanical building services projects from tender handover to final account
• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost plans, cash flow forecasts and monthly commercial reports
• Administer subcontractor packages including procurement, valuations, payments, variations and final account
• Prepare interim valuations and agree applications for payment with clients
• Identify, price and negotiate variations, remeasurements, change orders and dayworks
• Monitor project costs against budget and highlight commercial risks at an early stage
• Attend and lead commercial meetings with internal teams and client representatives
• Work closely with planning teams to ensure accurate cost to complete and progress reporting
• Maintain accurate and detailed records to support claims and protect contractual entitlements
• Ensure compliance with contract conditions and company commercial procedures

About You

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Building Services or related discipline
• Proven experience as a Mechanical Quantity Surveyor within a mechanical contractor or M&E contractor
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and commercial management on building services projects
• Experience managing mechanical packages on data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial or large commercial project
• Excellent understanding of variations, remeasurement, subcontractor management and final accounts
• Commercially aware with strong negotiation and communication skills
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast paced project environment
• Detail focused with a commitment to accuracy and protecting project margin

What’s on Offer

SalaryUp to €85,000 DOE plus package

Why Apply

This is an opportunity to join a leading mechanical and electrical contractor delivering some of the most technically demanding building services projects in Ireland. As a Mechanical Quantity Surveyor in West Dublin, you will gain exposure to high value contracts, strong commercial leadership and long term career progression within a stable and expanding business.
If you are an experienced Mechanical QS who wants real commercial ownership, strong project exposure and the backing of a respected engineering contractor, this role offers both challenge and reward.