Senior Quantity Surveyor

NexVentur group; Longford; Hybrid; EUR 90.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Modular projects involvement

Career development

Collaborative environment

Zusammenfassung

NexVentur group in Longford is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with a strong commercial background to manage the full project lifecycle, including cost planning, procurement, contract administration, valuations and final accounts.

This permanent, full-time role offers hybrid working with a competitive €90,000–€110,000 salary and a benefits package, depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics is required.
• Chartered or working towards chartership is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts (RIAI, JCT, NEC or FIDIC).
• Excellent Excel skills and cost modelling experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work with cross-functional teams.

Aufgaben

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, BOQs and pricing schedules.
• Produce cost models for labour, materials, subcontractors and inputs.
• Support value engineering to improve cost efficiency.
• Maintain cost databases and benchmarking information.
• Assist with tender submissions and client pricing.
• Manage project budgets, valuations, forecasts and cost reporting.
• Monitor cashflow, variations and commercial risks.
• Prepare monthly commercial reports and margin analysis.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and audit trails.
• Provide commercial advice to project teams.

Kenntnisse

Commercial acumen

Negotiation skills

Analytical ability

Multi-project management

Driving licence

Ausbildung

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics

Chartered (SCSI or RICS) or working towards chartership

Tools

CostX

Cubit

Buildsoft

Jobbeschreibung

The Opportunity

This is a full-time, permanent position based in Longford, with hybrid working flexibility. We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a strong commercial background who can manage the full project lifecycle, including cost planning, procurement, contract administration, valuations, commercial reporting, and final accounts.

The salary range for the role is €90,000–€110,000, together with an attractive benefits package, depending on the successful candidate's experience and qualifications.

The Role

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for the commercial and contractual management of projects from tender through to final account. Working closely with senior management and operational teams, the successful candidate will oversee cost planning, procurement, contract administration, commercial reporting and financial performance to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and pricing schedules.
• Produce accurate cost models for labour, materials, subcontractors and manufacturing inputs.
• Support value engineering initiatives to improve cost efficiency.
• Maintain cost databases and benchmarking information.
• Assist with tender submissions and client pricing.

Commercial Management

• Manage project budgets, valuations, forecasts and cost reporting.
• Monitor project cashflow, variations and commercial risks.
• Prepare monthly commercial reports and margin analysis.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and audit trails.
• Work closely with finance, production, design and site teams to ensure commercial performance.

Contract Administration

• Administer client, supplier and subcontractor contracts.
• Manage variations, claims and contractual correspondence.
• Negotiate commercial matters while protecting the company's interests.
• Ensure compliance with relevant contract conditions and construction legislation.
• Provide commercial advice to project teams.

Procurement

• Prepare tender documentation and evaluate supplier and subcontractor submissions.
• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms.
• Develop strong supplier relationships and framework agreements.
• Coordinate procurement activities with project and production programmes.
• Participate in project meetings and commercial reviews.
• Build strong working relationships across all departments.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of commercial systems and processes.
• Support senior management with strategic commercial planning and new business opportunities.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' post-qualification experience within construction, design and build, modular or offsite construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts (RIAI, JCT, NEC or FIDIC).
• Excellent commercial awareness and cost management skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Full Irish driving licence.
• Chartered (SCSI or RICS) or working towards chartership.
• Experience within Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), modular or offsite manufacturing.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems.
• Experience using CostX, Cubit, Buildsoft or similar estimating software.
• Experience establishing or improving commercial processes within a growing business.

Personal Attributes

• Commercially astute with strong analytical ability.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Collaborative and capable of building strong working relationships.
• Able to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• Practical, solution-focused and committed to delivering high-quality outcomes.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on innovative modular construction projects
• Career development within a growing Irish business
• Collaborative and supportive working environment