Senior Quantity Surveyor

Novo Fox Consulting; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Fox Consulting is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for commercial fit-out projects in Dublin. The role focuses on leading the commercial performance across multiple sites, supporting tendering input, and ensuring profitability and compliance with ARM and company procedures.

You will oversee CVRs, cost control, and procurement while mentoring junior QS staff and liaising with directors and clients to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics or related discipline.
• 7–10 years in Quantity Surveying with senior QS experience.
• Strong knowledge of ARM and standard contract forms; proficient in measurement and estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of multiple fit-out projects from tender to final account.
• Mentor and review work of Junior and Project QSs.
• Prepare detailed tenders in full compliance with ARM and manage monthly CVRs.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Commercial Management

Tendering

Education

Degree/Diploma in Quantity Surveying

Construction Economics

Tools

Cubit

Bluebeam

Procore

Excel

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Commercial Fit-Out

Location: Dublin, Ireland

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Reports To: Commercial Manager / Contracts Manager

About the Client

Novo Fox Consulting is partnering with an established Dublin-based commercial fit-out contractor delivering high-quality office, retail and hospitality projects for blue-chip clients. The company is known for precision, programme reliability, safety and professionalism, and operates a certified Safety Management System with modern digital project, estimating and commercial management platforms. Its culture promotes teamwork, accountability, leadership and high standards of safety, quality and documentation.

Role Overview

The Senior Quantity Surveyor takes a leading commercial role, managing the financial and contractual performance of multiple projects and supporting commercial input to tendering and business development. The role combines project commercial management, leadership of Quantity Surveyors, and involvement in estimating and tendering for new work. You will ensure projects are delivered profitably, on time and in line with contract and company procedures, including monthly Cost Value Reports (CVRs) and measurement in accordance with the Agreed Rules of Measurement (ARM).

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Commercial Oversight

• Lead the commercial management of multiple fit-out projects from tender to final account
• Mentor, guide and review the work of Junior and Project Quantity Surveyors
• Ensure commercial procedures are followed consistently across all projects
• Provide commercial input at senior management and project review meetings
• Support the Commercial Manager and Directors in business planning and reporting
• Lead and coordinate tendering and estimating, including measurement, pricing and bid preparation
• Prepare detailed tenders in full compliance with ARM
• Review and validate cost estimates, risk allowances and programme durations before submission
• Liaise with Directors, Contracts Managers and suppliers to ensure tenders are competitive and commercially sound
• Participate in tender adjudication meetings, providing commercial insight and risk assessment
• Develop and maintain tendering templates, databases and benchmarking information

Procurement & Subcontract Management

• Oversee preparation and issue of subcontractor tender packs
• Review, analyse and compare subcontractor quotations to ensure best value and full scope coverage
• Negotiate subcontract agreements, terms and conditions
• Monitor subcontractor performance, progress and cost implications
• Maintain procurement schedules aligned with the overall programme
• Prepare and oversee monthly CVRs for all assigned projects
• Manage interim valuations, cash flow forecasts and financial reporting
• Lead variation management, from identification and valuation through to agreement
• Prepare and negotiate final accounts
• Support the Contracts Manager and Project Manager in achieving financial and operational targets

Documentation & Contracts

• Manage project documentation, RFIs, submittals and change events using digital project management systems
• Keep all commercial documentation accurate, up to date and auditable
• Review and interpret contract documents, managing obligations, risks and opportunities proactively
• Prepare early warning notices, delay notifications and claims documentation as required
• Ensure compliance with company policy and statutory regulations

Health, Safety & Quality

• Uphold high standards in housekeeping, PPE compliance and site presentation
• Ensure procurement and commercial decisions reflect a commitment to safety and quality
• Engage with site teams to align commercial and operational priorities on safety-critical activities

Teamwork & Development

• Provide mentoring, training and development to Quantity Surveyors and Junior QSs
• Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Contracts Managers and Directors
• Contribute to continuous improvement and commercial best practice

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics or a related discipline
• 7-10 years' experience in Quantity Surveying, including several years at Senior QS level
• Strong understanding of ARM and standard forms of contract
• Proven track record in estimating, tendering, procurement and cost management on commercial fit-out projects
• Advanced proficiency in measurement and estimating software (e.g. Cubit, Bluebeam) and Microsoft Excel
• Demonstrated experience managing monthly CVRs, valuations and final accounts
• Excellent communication, leadership and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and live projects simultaneously
• Experience with Procore or similar digital project management systems
• Experience within a Safe T Cert-accredited organisation
• Commercial management of projects valued between €500k and €10M+
• Full driving licence and flexibility to attend sites and client meetings

What's on Offer

• Competitive senior-level salary and benefits package
• Responsibility for key commercial operations on high-profile Dublin fit-out projects Structured career progression towards Commercial Manager or Associate Director Continuous professional development and leadership mentoring
• Access to industry-leading digital systems
• A collaborative, professional and safety-driven company culture.