Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor (Dublin) – On‑Site & Tender

CJK Engineering; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CJK Engineering in Dublin is seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to drive commercial success across multiple projects from tender to final accounts. You will handle on-site measurements, subcontractor packages, interim valuations, and cost control to optimise project profitability.

The role requires strong knowledge of contracts, Excel proficiency, and experience with estimating software. Based between the office and site, with a focus on collaboration and delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of quantity surveying experience on mechanical or electrical projects.
• Proficient in Excel and related spreadsheet analysis.
• Knowledge of estimating software is an advantage.
• Detailed knowledge of commercial management and QS role within construction.
• Knowledge of contract conditions and their applications.
• Experience with contractual claims such as delays or acceleration.

Responsibilities

• On Site measurement of M&E Services.
• Preparation of specialist sub-contract work packages.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, interim valuations, and final accounts; ensure payment certificates processed and payments made per subcontract terms.
• Tracking of commercial progress and labour hours on site.
• Financial and contractual control of direct labour.
• Preparation and issue of Interim Progress Valuations.
• Preparing monthly Commercial Progress reports & Profit Plans for Project.
• Review and analysis of Tenders versus Construction documentation.
• Logging client change requests / variations.
• Supporting Tender submissions and reviewing Procurement prices for construction works.
• Identify potential commercial risks and ensure prompt reporting.
• Understanding scheduling implications and collaborating with Planning Engineer on progress reporting.
• Costing and agreeing daily work changes including subcontractor remeasurement, dayworks and change orders.
• Maintain accurate records and backup to support commercial tracking and costing.
• Work on own initiative and prioritize without direction.
• Speed and accuracy of information as a priority.
• Negotiate, as necessary, with clients or their representatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Contract knowledge

Experience with contractual claims

Tools

Excel

Estimating software

Job description

CJK Engineering in Dublin is seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to drive commercial success across multiple projects from tender to final accounts. You will handle on-site measurements, subcontractor packages, interim valuations, and cost control to optimise project profitability.

The role requires strong knowledge of contracts, Excel proficiency, and experience with estimating software. Based between the office and site, with a focus on collaboration and delivery.