About the Role
Morgan McKinley are delighted to be working in exclusive partnership with a leading pharmaceutical company currently undergoing a multi-million-euro expansion project. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager / Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the financial and contractual management of major capital projects within a fast-paced and innovative environment.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Report to various stakeholders including the Project Manager and Senior Leadership Team.
- Collaborate with internal teams and engineering partners to develop project cost estimates, cash flows, and financial plans aligned with the project schedule.
- Review and challenge capital cost estimates provided by engineering partners to ensure accuracy and value for money.
- Provide expert advice on building economics and cost management to support project teams.
- Oversee the full lifecycle of project cost management, from initial estimation through to project close-out.
- Ensure that all tender outcomes (scope, exclusions, assumptions, etc.) are clearly and accurately defined within contract documentation.
- Review and validate contract variations and vendor claims to ensure compliance with deliverables and protect company interests.
- Participate in final account meetings and ensure accurate financial closure of projects.
- Prepare and maintain budget risk assessments for ongoing and planned projects.
- Support tendering procedures and contract arrangements with a focus on cost effectiveness and compliance.
- Regularly review and challenge CAPEX and OPEX costs against approved budgets.
- Monitor project performance versus budget/forecast, providing detailed financial analysis and variance reporting.
- Develop detailed cost forecasts and estimates for gate reviews and financial approvals.
Education and Experience
- Degree-qualified Quantity Surveyor (QS Degree essential).
- Minimum 3+ years' experience in cost control, ideally within CAPEX or investment projects.
- Strong SAP and Microsoft Excel proficiency.
- Excellent analytical, planning, and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and build strong working relationships with stakeholders.
- Highly motivated self-starter with strong attention to detail and critical thinking abilities.
- Resilient and results-driven, with the ability to perform under pressure and deliver on commitments.
- Excellent command of written and spoken English.
Work Arrangement
- Ideally on-site 5 days per week, though some hybrid working may be considered depending on project needs.