Quantity Surveyor

Sisk; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Health and wellbeing supports

Career development

Job summary

John Sisk & Son is seeking a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor to join our expanding construction team in Ireland. You will manage costs, procurement and subcontractor relationships across the project lifecycle, ensuring strong commercial performance and risk management.

You will lead valuations, CVRs and final accounts, supervise junior surveyors, and contribute to cash flow and contract value reviews while collaborating with project teams to deliver on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Degree-level education and working towards relevant professional accreditation.
• Understanding of contract and commercial awareness (2-day safety course).
• CIOB membership or eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparing tenders, analysing and selecting subcontractors, negotiating and finalising subcontract orders.
• Managing financial and commercial aspects of subcontractors to final account completion.
• Maintaining site records and document control.
• Recording site measurements.
• Assisting with forecasts, targets and contract value reconciliations.
• Preparing valuations and variations with sufficient records and details, agreeing changes as works progress.
• Updating projected final account and submitting in a timely manner.
• Liaise with site management to influence and challenge commercial matters
• Implement commercial strategy.

Skills

Quantity Surveying experience

Negotiation

Contract administration

Cash flow management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Progress towards CIOB

Tools

JCT contracts

Standard Method of Measurement

Job description

Overview

At Sisk, we create places and infrastructure that shape how people live, work and connect – now and for future generations. As a family‑owned, international construction and engineering group, we offer meaningful careers across building, infrastructure, rail, energy and off‑site manufacturing throughout Ireland, the UK and Europe, where people are supported to grow, make an impact and be part of positive change.

We are currently seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join our growing construction team. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially focused professional to support the successful delivery of projects by managing costs, contracts, procurement, and subcontractor relationships throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will work closely with project teams to ensure strong commercial performance, effective risk management, and the achievement of project and business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Preparing tenders, analysing and selecting subcontractors, negotiating and finalising subcontract orders.
• Managing financial and commercial aspects of subcontractors to final account completion.
• Maintaining site records and document control.
• Recording site measurements.
• Assisting with forecasts, targets and contract value reconciliations.
• Preparing valuations and variations with sufficient records and details, agreeing changes as works progress.
• Updating projected final account and submitting in a timely manner.
• Liaise with site management to influence and challenge commercial matters
• Implement commercial strategy.
• Maintain and protect John Sisk & Son commercial and contractual entitlements
• Participate in contract value reviews maintaining an independent view
• Identify and assess risks and opportunities
• Develop understanding of insurances and warranties
• Engage in cash management activities to ensure good cash flow
• Support tender processes as required
• Supervise and oversee Assistant and Trainee Quantity Surveyors, checking their work
• Maintain site records and control documents
• Apply clear written and verbal communication skills
• Effectively utilise technology platforms
• Be fully conversant with the Standard Method of Measurement
• Demonstrate commercial awareness and ownership
• Apply time management organisational, interpersonal and negotiation skills

Experience

• Proven Quantity Surveying experience within the construction industry, managing costs, valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Strong knowledge of JCT contracts, subcontract procurement, contract administration, and commercial risk management.
• Experience undertaking Contract Value Reviews (CVRs), forecasting, cost reporting, and cash flow management.
• Ability to negotiate effectively with subcontractors and collaborate with project teams to achieve commercial objectives.
• Degree-qualified with progress towards a professional accreditation (CIOB); experience on Design & Build projects is advantageous.

Qualifications

Required

• Degree level education and working towards relevant professional accreditation
• 2-day safety appreciation course including contract and commercial awareness
• CIOB membership or eligibility

Desirable

• Experience with larger Design and Build contracts
• Knowledge of claims and dispute resolution
• Understanding of contract law
• Involvement with contracts above €15m without responsibility
• Responsibility for controlling traditional contracts
• Supervise Assistant Quantity Surveyors and sign-off Standard Method of Measurement or measurement issues

Additional Information

What We Offer

At Sisk, your rewards package goes far beyond your salary. Our most valued benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• 26 days annual leave
• Pension scheme
• Comprehensive health, wellbeing and lifestyle supports
• Career development opportunities
• And much more as part of our Total Rewards programme

Our People & Recruitment Commitment

At Sisk, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer the opportunity to work with purpose, grow a career without limits and be part of a supportive, collaborative team.

All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited CVs or speculative contact from unapproved agencies are not accepted, and no fees will be payable.

Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, family status or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all candidates.

Encouraging All Talent to Apply

We understand that the confidence gap or imposter syndrome can discourage great people from applying. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to express your interest — your skills, experience and potential are what matter.

Compliance & Transparency

All recruitment materials are designed to meet or exceed legal and regulatory requirements, including the Irish and UK Equality Acts and the EU Pay Transparency Directive, ensuring fairness, transparency and equal access for every applicant.