DesignBuild Search is working closely with a leading Mechanical Contractor in Cork. They have an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Quantity Surveyor to manage schedule, valuations, variations, and financial reports.
Scope of Projects
* Pharma
* DC
* Industrial
Minimum Qualifications
* Qualification in Mechanical Engineering or Quantity Surveying
* 5+ years Mechanical QS experience
* Ability to agree final accounts, negotiations with sub-contractors
* Previous experience on pharma and industrial projects
Main Duties & Responsibilities
* Analyse drawings and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labour costs vs estimates.
* Take off from drawings to create BOQ for projects.
* Perform all quantity surveying duties including measurements, valuation, and agreement of work sections.
* Communicate effectively with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments or construction supervisors.
* Monitor costs from vendors or subcontractors, manage variances and issues with the manager, and recover overseas costs.
* Create cost reports on actual costs and examine estimates used by management for planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
* Prepare cost and expenditure statements and other documentation at regular intervals for the duration of the project.
* Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects, or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids.
* Create cash‑flow forecasts and set up cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures.
* Conduct special studies to develop standard hours and related cost data to reduce costs.
* Travel to sites throughout Ireland and the UK as required for site or client meetings.
* Participate in improvement groups to improve quality, reduce costs, eliminate waste, and improve working methods.
* Perform any other duties assigned by the Line Manager.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Accounting / Auditing, Consulting, and Engineering
Industries
Construction, Civil Engineering, and Financial Services
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