Job Description
Design Build Search are working closely with a leading international electrical contractor specialising in Data centre projects throughout Ireland, UK and Europe.
Due to exciting growth, they have an opening for a Managing Quantity Surveyor in Dublin. The successful applicant will be required to travel to various sites throughout Europe.
The position involves managing Junior Quantity Surveyors to ensure all commercial aspects of the business are managed effectively. Sectors include Dat centres, pharma, semi-conductor, and Industrial.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Managing a team of surveyors to provide commercial services to the company according to industry practice.
2. Development of commercial reporting, administration, communication, and ERP processes to industry best practices and the business needs currently and in the future.
3. Establishing good relationships with PQSs to agree final accounts.
4. Dealing with suppliers and subcontractors during the procurement process to get the best value for Designer Group.
5. Constantly developing the QS side of the business to make Designer Group the most efficient company in the sector.
6. Overseeing the inputting of budgets and running of projects through the Red Sky Job Costing System.
7. Liaising monthly with Contracts Managers regarding meeting budgets on projects.
8. Placing sub-contract orders in conjunction with relevant Manager/Buying Department.
9. Measuring work to maximise the value of applications to clients.
10. Administering applications for payment and payment of sub contractors to ensure positive cash flow where possible and fair valuations.