Senior Quantity Surveyor - Commercial Leader

highr; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

highr is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of projects in Ireland. You will work with the Contracts Manager, Project Manager and wider team to maximise commercial returns, manage risk, and support junior staff development.

You will take ownership of commercial strategy, represent the company in contractual matters, lead procurement and produce robust forecasts and final accounts for projects ranging from €5m to €15m and above.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Commercial management

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Leadership

Reporting and forecasting

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Training in commercial management and contract law

Training in leadership and communication

Training in risk management and safety

Job description

highr is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of projects in Ireland. You will work with the Contracts Manager, Project Manager and wider team to maximise commercial returns, manage risk, and support junior staff development.

You will take ownership of commercial strategy, represent the company in contractual matters, lead procurement and produce robust forecasts and final accounts for projects ranging from €5m to €15m and above.