Senior Quantity Surveyor – Civil Infrastructure Leader

Sisk; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

26 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Health and wellbeing supports

Job summary

John Sisk & Son is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to support two high-profile civil infrastructure projects in North Dublin. The role focuses on delivering commercial leadership, procurement, risk management and value for money on large-scale works.

You will lead commercial strategy, manage variations, and ensure compliance across contracts including NEC and FIDIC forms, while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with project teams and clients.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the commercial strategy for the project and adapt it in consultation with the Commercial Manager.
• 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.
• 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.
• Manage, mentor and oversee junior commercial staff.
• 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.
• 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.
• Interpret and apply contract law to ensure compliance and protect the company’s position.
• Provide detailed advice on contract conditions, including NEC and FIDIC 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.
• 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.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Commercial management

Contract law

Leadership

Negotiation

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

John Sisk & Son is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to support two high-profile civil infrastructure projects in North Dublin. The role focuses on delivering commercial leadership, procurement, risk management and value for money on large-scale works.

You will lead commercial strategy, manage variations, and ensure compliance across contracts including NEC and FIDIC forms, while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with project teams and clients.