Senior Quantity Surveyor - Offsite Construction Lead

Sisk Group; Waterford; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision Built, a Sisk Company, is a leading offsite construction provider delivering modular and panelised building solutions. The Senior Quantity Surveyor role can be based in Waterford, Dublin, Galway or Sligo with nationwide travel.

You will own the commercial management of projects, collaborating with Contracts and Project Managers to maximise commercial returns. You will lead procurement, prepare forecasts, manage variations, and ensure contract compliance across multiple contract forms.

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.

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.
• 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 including QS and Assistant QS.
• Provide training, guidance and supervision on measurement, reporting and commercial procedures.
• Support performance reviews and development planning in line with company standards.
• 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 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.
• 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

Commercial awareness

Leadership

Contract law knowledge

Negotiation

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Commercial management training

Dispute resolution training

Contract law training

Chartered membership (RICS/CIOB)

Job description

Vision Built, a Sisk Company, is a leading offsite construction provider delivering modular and panelised building solutions. The Senior Quantity Surveyor role can be based in Waterford, Dublin, Galway or Sligo with nationwide travel.

You will own the commercial management of projects, collaborating with Contracts and Project Managers to maximise commercial returns. You will lead procurement, prepare forecasts, manage variations, and ensure contract compliance across multiple contract forms.