Senior Quantity Surveyor

RT.Lane; Cork; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

RT.Lane in Cork is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to supervise financial aspects of construction projects, reporting to the Quantity Surveying Director. You will focus on cost management and profitability across commercial projects.

Responsibilities include cost estimation, tendering, procurement, contract administration, and value engineering collaboration with design and build teams, while mentoring junior surveyors and liaising with clients and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Surveying.
• 5+ years’ commercial experience with a main contractor.
• Strong commercial awareness and client liaison skills.
• Experience with various contract forms.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and tender documentation for commercial projects.
• Conduct quantity take-offs and cost planning for accurate project costing.
• Oversee procurement: subcontractor and supplier selection, contracts and procurement policies.
• Administer and manage construction contracts, review terms, assess variations and claims, ensure contractual compliance.
• Monitor project costs, analyze expenditure, and implement cost controls to meet budgets.
• Collaborate with design and construction teams to identify value engineering opportunities.
• Provide guidance to junior quantity surveyors and team members.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and suppliers to resolve commercial issues.
• Keep abreast of industry trends and regulatory changes.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost estimation

Budgeting

Procurement

Contract management

Cost control

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering or Surveying

Job description

Are you a Quantity Surveyor in Cork looking for a new role?

You will have a direct reporting line to the Quantity Surveying Director and will primarily focus on supervising the financial aspects of construction projects, with a goal of efficient cost management and maximizing profitability.

The key activities

• Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates, budgets, and tender documentation for commercial projects.
• Conduct thorough quantity take-offs and cost planning to ensure accurate project costing.
• Coordinate and oversee the procurement process, including subcontractor and supplier selection, negotiation of contracts, and adherence to procurement policies.
• Administer and manage construction contracts, reviewing terms and conditions, assessing variations and claims, and ensuring contractual compliance.
• Monitor project costs, analyze expenditure, and implement effective cost control measures to ensure projects are delivered within budget.
• Collaborate closely with the design and construction teams to identify value engineering opportunities and propose cost-effective alternatives.
• Provide guidance and support to junior quantity surveyors and other team members, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and suppliers to ensure effective communication and resolution of any commercial issues.
• Keep on top of industry trends and changes in regulations.

The Qualification

Degree qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Surveying

The person

• Ideally 5+ years’ Commercial experience working for a main contractor with detailed Building & Fitout Knowledge and experience with various types of contract forms
• Strong commercial awareness and excellent client liaison skills
• Extensive understanding of the civil engineering infrastructure industry
• Flexibility and have a talent for negotiation
• Ability to adapt, multitask and work on own initiative as well as part of a team
• Flexibility with the ability to prioritise work effectively
• Ability to work well under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines
• Positive attitude and a willingness to learn