Job Description:
As Quantity Surveyor, one of your main focuses will be involvement in compilation of tender documents and procurement strategy. You will be collaborating closely with the Commercial Director or commercial manager as well as liaising with the operations and engineering teams and Buyer/Estimation Departments in relation to company projects.
About Our Company
Designer Group is a leading international mechanical & electrical provider specialising in turnkey packages for the design, supply, and installation of M&E services. Headquartered in Dublin, we employ in excess of 1000 experienced and dedicated colleagues across the Group. As an industry leader, we work with some of the world's largest multinational companies and our common purpose is delivering ambitious, innovative and sustainable engineering solutions, building client partnerships that bear testament to the standards we uphold.
Our people are the foundation of our continued growth across all client sectors. We invest in our people and have a philosophy of continuous professional development. This investment has produced an innovative and passionate team that deliver projects for our clients safely, efficiently and to the highest standards in the industry. Our approach to everything we do is underpinned by our
Values of:
Safe
Trust
Respect
Challenge
Deliver
This is an exciting time for Designer Group, with the fruits of our Engineering Our Future Strategy 2025 reflected in our substantial pipeline of work in Ireland, Europe, Africa and South America.
Why this role matters to DG
The commercial department is the essential cog in the business and links the commercial operations on our projects with the overall financial management of the business. This allows projects to run on budget and finances to flow as smoothly as possible.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities:
* Placement of sub-contract orders in conjunction with relevant Manager/Buying Department.
* Evaluate the terms and conditions of sub-contractors / contracts with emphasis on Risk, Program, Terms & Conditions, Design Responsibility etc.
* Prepare Tender Risk Analysis based on standard format, Contract documentation including bill of quantities.
* Run accurate Commercial Cost Control Reports on projects ensuring reports clearly identify committed costs, forecast costs for materials, sub-contract and labour in addition to preliminaries etc.
* Identify, analyse and develop responses to commercial risks in conjunction with the Commercial Director/Commercial manager.
* To prepare and present monthly company reports at each project and/or business review, in line with company formats and standards.
* Assist the Commercial Director in the preparation of monthly commercial reports.
* Assist the Estimation Department from time to time on the preparation of estimates.
* Ensure that client relationships are enhanced to maximize on current and future opportunities.
* Managing relationships overseas.
* Procure or agree the services of contractors and/or subcontractors who work on the construction of the project within the Industrial Sector.
Qualifications and Skills:
* Third level Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar.
* Minimum of 5+ years' experience in a similar role.
* Industrial sector experience.
Your Skills & Competencies:
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills in dealing with cross functional personnel.
* Good attention to detail, with an analytical approach and ability to work using your own initiative.
Benefits:
* Health Care
* Pension
* Career Progression within the wider group
* Accredited Engineers Ireland Employer for CPD
* Pathway to Chartership with the SCSI
* International Travel Opportunities
How can you develop your career in DG
The Commercial Team work closely with all departments in the group, allowing employees to vary and develop their knowledge and expertise. Our people are the foundation for our continued growth and encouraging continuous professional development and providing a pathway to Professional Chartership is a top priority. This investment has produced an innovative and passionate team that deliver projects for our clients safely, efficiently and to the highest standards in the industry.
Application Process
If you are excited about this opportunity and meet the qualifications mentioned above, we would love to hear from you. Our recruitment team will review applications and reach out to qualified candidates for further consideration.
Designer Group is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Blanchardstown, CO. Dublin: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* Quantity Surveying: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person