Senior Quantity Surveyor

John Sisk & Son Ltd; Ballyerra; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

26 days leave

Pension

Health & wellbeing

Career development

Total Rewards

Job summary

Sisk is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of high‑value projects in Ireland. You will work with the Contracts Manager and project team to maximise commercial returns, manage risk and ensure contractual compliance across traditional, design and build contracts.

In this role you will mentor junior commercial staff, oversee procurement activities from tenders to final accounts, prepare forecasts and cash flows, and report on performance to senior management.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Training in commercial management, dispute resolution and contract law.
• Training in leadership, delegation, presentation and communication skills.
• Training in behavioural-based safety and risk management.
• Chartered membership of RICS, CIOB or equivalent professional body (Desirable).
• CPD in legislation, industry trends and advanced commercial management practices (Desirable).

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the project commercial strategy.
• Represent the company in commercial and contractual matters.
• Lead procurement activities from tenders to final account.
• Prepare and present financial forecasts, cash flows and valuations.
• Manage variations with supporting records.
• Produce final accounts promptly.
• Ensure compliance across contracts up to €5m–€15m.
• Maintain and update risk and opportunity registers.
• Monitor changes and mitigate to improve outcomes.
• Manage claims and disputes with records and representation.
• Mentor and oversee junior commercial staff.
• Provide training on measurement, reporting and procedures.
• Support performance reviews and development plans.
• Promote collaboration within the team.
• Deliver accurate commercial reporting per valuation policy.
• Review cost value reconciliations.
• Support pre-construction input during tenders and two-stage procurement.
• Report to senior management on performance, risks and opportunities.
• Interpret contract law to protect the company's position.
• Advise on contract conditions including NEC and JCT.
• Draft contract correspondence and client reports.
• Lead procurement and management of complex subcontract agreements.
• Advise on bonds, warranties, insurances and LOIs.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and partners.
• Support negotiations to secure outcomes.
• Build long-term professional relationships.

Skills

Commercial leadership

Procurement

Contract negotiation

Forecasting

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

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.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor is responsible for the full commercial management of projects. Working closely with the Contracts Manager, Project Manager and the wider construction team, the role ensures that projects are delivered successfully, risks are managed and commercial returns are maximised. The Senior Quantity Surveyor takes ownership of commercial and contractual issues while supporting the development of junior staff and contributing to the overall performance of the business.

Responsibilities

Commercial Leadership

• Take ownership of the commercial strategy for the project and adapt it in consultation with the Managing Quantity Surveyor

• Represent the company in commercial and contractual matters, ensuring entitlements are maintained and protected

• Lead procurement activities including preparation of tenders, subcontract selection, order placement and management through to final account

• Prepare and present financial forecasts, cash flow projections, reconciliations and valuations

• Manage and agree variations with accurate supporting records

• Produce and agree final accounts in a timely manner

• Ensure commercial compliance across contracts including traditional, design and build, and projects above €5m to €15m

Risk and Opportunity Management

• Maintain and update project risk and opportunity registers

• Monitor for changes, implement mitigation measures and manage opportunities to enhance project outcomes

• Manage claims and disputes, including preparation of records, formulation of arguments and representation to stakeholders

Team Leadership and Development

• Manage, mentor and oversee junior commercial staff including Quantity Surveyors and Assistant Quantity Surveyors

• Provide training, guidance and supervision on measurement, reporting and commercial procedures

• Support performance reviews and development planning in line with company standards

• Promote collaboration and knowledge sharing within the team

Programme and Reporting

• Ensure accurate commercial reporting in line with company valuation policy

• Maintain independent review and oversight of cost value reconciliations

• Support pre-construction teams with commercial input during tenders and two-stage procurement processes

• Provide regular reporting to senior management on commercial performance, risks and opportunities

Contractual Management

• Interpret and apply contract law to ensure compliance and protect the company’s position

• Provide detailed advice on contract conditions, including NEC and JCT forms

• Draft contractual correspondence and sensitive reports for issue to clients and stakeholders

• Lead procurement, negotiation and management of complex subcontract agreements

• Advise on and manage bonds, warranties, guarantees, insurances and letters of intent

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors and project partners on commercial matters

• Support negotiations to secure commercially acceptable outcomes

• Build and maintain professional relationships to support long-term business growth

Experience

• Experience with design and build contracts, complex multi-disciplinary projects and high-value contracts
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to innovate in cost management
• Ability to influence, challenge and commercially support wider project teams
• Knowledge of industry trends and CPD participation in commercial and legal updates

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Training in commercial management, dispute resolution and contract law
• Training in leadership, delegation, presentation and communication skills
• Training in behavioural-based safety and risk management

Desirable

• Chartered membership of RICS, CIOB or equivalent professional body
• CPD in legislation, industry trends and advanced commercial management practices

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.