Your new company Based in Mallow, north Cork, the Project Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for overseeing contract administration, financial management, and subcontractor coordination for projects. This role involves reviewing and negotiating contracts with clients and subcontractors, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, and monitoring project performance. Managing project expenditures, preparing financial reports, conducting valuations, and processing payments. Additionally, the project QS will handle variations, implement cost control measures, and conduct final account evaluations. Regular site attendance and effective communication with all stakeholders are crucial to ensuring project success and resolving any issues promptly. Roles and Responsibilities:Contract Management: Contract review and negotiation with clients to secure favourable conditions. Review contracts thoroughly to identify potential issues or areas for improvement. Prepare detailed contract documents, ensuring all terms are clear and legally sound. Contract management to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and manage any variations. Monitor contract performance and address any contractual issues promptly and ensure all parties fulfil their contractual obligations. Track key milestones and deliverables, addressing any delays or performance issues promptly. Resolve any outstanding issues or disputes to close contracts smoothly. Ensure all contractual deliverables are completed and documented. Conduct post-project evaluations to identify lessons learnt and areas for improvement. Sub-subcontract Management: Contract review and negotiation with subcontractors. Contract management of sub-subcontracts to ensure compliance with contractual obligations. Evaluate subcontractors based on qualifications, experience, and performance history. Conduct due diligence and background checks to ensure subcontractors meet project requirements. Monitor subcontractor performance to ensure they meet project standards and deadlines. Address any issues or disputes promptly to maintain positive working relationships. Commercial Management and Reporting: Track project expenditures and ensure they align with the budget. Prepare and present monthly / bi-weekly financial reports, including spend to date, cost forecasts and cash flow analysis. Conduct financial risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies. Valuations and Payments: Conduct regular valuations of contract work done and prepare & submit internal and external payment applications. Review and approve payment certificates, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contract terms. Conduct regular valuations of subcontractor works and prepare for payment applications from subcontractors. Review and approve payment notices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contract terms. Verify and document all costs and expenses related to interim payments. Communicate with clients and stakeholders to ensure timely approval and disbursement of payments. Ensure timely and accurate payments to subcontractors and suppliers. Handle variations and claims, ensuring they are processed efficiently and fairly. Review and approval of subcontractor dayworks and variations efficiently and fairly Forecasting of applications and costs for completion Procurement Requesting supplier pricing, vendor selection, account set up and vendor analysis of pricing Selecting preferred suppliers Responsible for continuous monitoring of purchasing and expenditure Variations Prepare and submit variation orders for any changes to the project scope or contract terms. Document all variations thoroughly, including justifications and cost implications. Cost Control and Value Engineering: Monitor project costs continuously and implement cost control measures. Identify opportunities for value engineering to optimise costs without compromising quality. Final Account: Compile a comprehensive final account at the end of the project, detailing all costs and expenses. Conduct a final project evaluation to identify lessons learnt and areas for improvement. Communicate final account findings to stakeholders and obtain necessary approvals. Risk Management: Identify potential risks related to cost, contract, and procurement. Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate these risks. Ensure all stakeholders are aware of potential risks and the steps being taken to manage them. Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with project managers, site managers, design team and procurement team. Communicate effectively with the client to understand their requirements and address any concerns. Facilitate clear and transparent communication between all parties involved in the project. Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all financial transactions, contracts, and project documentation. Prepare detailed reports and documentation for project reviews. Ensure detailed documentation is maintained for any on-site issues which may lead to future claims or disputes. Site Attendance Frequent site attendance to liaise with key team members, clients, and subcontractors. On-site review of contract progress, reviewing and concluding any variations, disputes, or concerns. On-site review of subcontractor progress, reviewing and concluding any variations, disputes, or concerns. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Ireland is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment (Ireland) Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. 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