Quantity Surveyor – Growth on Major Dublin Projects

Pivotal Recruitment Limited; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Company vehicle or car allowance

Annual performance bonus

Company phone and laptop

Professional development and training

Job summary

Pivotal Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a major construction project in Dublin. You will handle commercial and contractual aspects, budgets and cost forecasts, and liaise with project teams to keep costs under control.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant Quantity Surveying degree, solid QS experience in construction, and strong cost-management and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• A relevant Quantity Surveying degree is required.
• Proven QS experience in the construction industry.
• Experience with main contractor projects is highly desirable.
• Strong cost management and budgeting skills.
• Excellent numerical and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of construction projects.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, cost plans and financial forecasts.
• Measure and value completed works.
• Prepare interim valuations, payment applications and final accounts.
• Manage subcontractor procurement and tendering.
• Prepare and review tender documentation and subcontractor quotations.
• Manage subcontractor payments and accounts.
• Assess and manage variations and change orders.
• Monitor project costs against agreed budgets.
• Prepare monthly commercial reports and forecasts.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Site Teams and Commercial Managers.
• Maintain accurate commercial documentation and project records.
• Develop strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and project stakeholders.
• Support commercial decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage commercial responsibilities through to project completion and final account.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Negotiation

Excel

Communication

Analytical ability

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Cost management software

Job description

Pivotal Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a major construction project in Dublin. You will handle commercial and contractual aspects, budgets and cost forecasts, and liaise with project teams to keep costs under control.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant Quantity Surveying degree, solid QS experience in construction, and strong cost-management and negotiation skills.