Senior Quantity Surveyor

RBK Chartered Accountants; Portlaoise; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

RBK Chartered Accountants is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team on major construction projects. You will manage the commercial and contractual aspects across multiple schemes, driving profitability from pre-construction to final account.

Responsibilities include budgeting, cost reporting, valuations, subcontractor account management, tendering, and risk control, while mentoring junior team members and maintaining client relationships.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• 7–10 years' experience in a Quantity Surveying role within construction or civil engineering.
• Strong understanding of contracts, procurement and commercial management.
• Experience managing projects from inception to final account.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong commercial awareness with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office.
• Full, clean driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of multiple construction projects.
• Prepare, monitor and control project budgets and cost plans.
• Produce accurate cost reports, forecasts and cash flow projections.
• Prepare valuations, interim applications for payment and final accounts.
• Assess, negotiate and agree subcontractor accounts and variations.
• Procure subcontract packages and manage the tendering process.
• Review contract documentation and advise on commercial risks and opportunities.
• Manage change control, variations and claims in accordance with contract requirements.
• Monitor project performance against budget and identify areas for cost improvement.
• Liaise with clients, design teams, site management and subcontractors to ensure effective commercial management.
• Support project teams in achieving programme and financial objectives.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company procedures.
• Mentor and support junior members of the commercial team where appropriate.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the commercial function.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Commercial awareness

Independent working

Attention to detail

Leadership

Time management

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Our client, an established main contractor in the construction sector is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the commercial management of multiple projects from pre-construction through to final account, ensuring projects are delivered profitably while maintaining strong client and subcontractor relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of multiple construction projects.
• Prepare, monitor and control project budgets and cost plans.
• Produce accurate cost reports, forecasts and cash flow projections.
• Prepare valuations, interim applications for payment and final accounts.
• Assess, negotiate and agree subcontractor accounts and variations.
• Procure subcontract packages and manage the tendering process.
• Review contract documentation and advise on commercial risks and opportunities.
• Manage change control, variations and claims in accordance with contract requirements.
• Monitor project performance against budget and identify areas for cost improvement.
• Liaise with clients, design teams, site management and subcontractors to ensure effective commercial management.
• Support project teams in achieving programme and financial objectives.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company procedures.
• Mentor and support junior members of the commercial team where appropriate.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the commercial function.

Essential Requirements

• Degree qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7-10 years' experience in a Quantity Surveying role within the construction or civil engineering industry.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, procurement and commercial management.
• Experience managing projects from inception through to final account.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong commercial awareness with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Full, clean driving licence.

Key Competencies

• Commercial acumen
• Financial analysis and reporting
• Negotiation and influencing skills
• Contract administration
• Problem solving and decision making
• Leadership and mentoring
• Organisation and time management
• Relationship management
• Attention to detail
• Team collaboration