Senior Quantity Surveyor - Limerick
We are working with a leading Tier 1 Contractor to find an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Limerick.
The Senior Quantity Surveyor will play a key role in the commercial management of large, high-profile projects in the region, working closely with the Commercial Manager and project teams to ensure successful delivery of projects on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities:
* Ownership of the commercial aspects of our projects, including cost management, procurement, and contract administration.
* Develop and maintain detailed cost plans and budgets, monitoring costs against budget and identifying variances.
* Lead the tendering process for subcontractor packages, reviewing bids, negotiating contracts, and making recommendations to senior management.
* Administer construction contracts, including reviewing contract terms, preparing subcontract agreements, and managing variations and claims.
* Perform accurate quantity takeoffs and measurements, ensuring quantities are in line with project requirements.
* Collaborate with project teams to identify value engineering opportunities.
* Manage change control processes, assessing the impact of changes on project costs and schedules and negotiating equitable solutions with stakeholders.
* Prepare and defend contractual claims, ensuring compliance with contract terms and applicable regulations.
* Provide guidance and support to junior quantity surveyors and other project team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
Qualifications and Skills:
* Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field.
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in quantity surveying or commercial management.
* Strong understanding of construction contracts, procurement processes, and industry standards.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
* Proficiency in cost estimating, cost control, and financial management.
* Effective communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build rapport with stakeholders at all levels.