Quantity Surveyor - Commercial Excellence
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team as a Quantity Surveyor, responsible for delivering commercial excellence on high-profile projects. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of contract law, tendering, and commercial reporting.
Main Responsibilities:
* Lead the commercial delivery of assigned contracts from initial tender stage through to project completion and final account settlement.
* Manage cost planning, BOQs, budgeting, forecasting, and monthly reporting in collaboration with project and commercial management teams.
* Build strong working relationships with clients and internal stakeholders, leading regular commercial meetings and ensuring alignment across all parties.
* Oversee subcontractor accounts including valuations, payments, and final accounts-ensuring terms are adhered to and value is maximised.
* Prepare and submit detailed interim and final account applications, including remeasures, variations, dayworks, and claims.
* Identify, assess, and communicate commercial risks or exposures to senior management and advise on appropriate mitigation strategies.
* Liaise closely with Planning Engineers to understand programme impacts and ensure commercial alignment with project progress.
* Manage change orders and variations efficiently-costing, documenting, and agreeing works on a daily basis.
* Maintain full audit trails and backup documentation to support all commercial submissions.
* Actively mentor junior staff, sharing knowledge and contributing to a high-performing, collaborative team culture.
* Ensure adherence to all contract requirements, quality procedures, and ISO standards.
Requirements:
* Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or a related field.
* Minimum 5 years' experience working with an electrical contractor, ideally on large-scale or technically complex projects.
* In-depth understanding of contract law, tendering, and commercial reporting.
* Strong negotiation and communication skills, with proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
* Excellent attention to detail and a methodical, organised approach to managing commercial responsibilities.
* Full driving licence and flexibility to travel to project sites as needed.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary up to €90k and comprehensive benefits package.
* Exposure to landmark projects in mission-critical sectors.
* Supportive team culture with clear pathways for career progression.
* Opportunities for continued professional development.
* ISO 9001:2015-certified company with an emphasis on quality, safety, and innovation.