Public Sector Quantity Surveyor
Contact Shauna Mooney
1. Salary: €55,000 - €65,000
2. Location: LeinsterLaois
3. Sector: Construction & Civils
4. Contact: Shauna Mooney
5. Mobile: +353851865273
The Public Sector is seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to lead and oversee cost control for a range of construction projects.
The successful candidate will manage budgets, ensure projects are delivered on time, and guarantee that procurement and cost management meet state regulations and standards.
This role involves collaborating with Senior Quantity Surveyors, Framework Owners, design professionals, clients, and contractors to drive project success.
Benefits:
* A permanent contract in the Public Sector
* An opportunity to contribute to Ireland's transition to a net-zero future
* Hybrid working arrangements
* Career development
* An attractive salary and benefits package
Responsibilities
This position encompasses various tasks, including:
1. Managing project costs across all phases, preparing estimates, bills of quantities, contractor payments, variations, and finalizing accounts.
2. Preparing Framework Tender Documentation and participating in pre-qualification and tender evaluations, in collaboration with the Procurement team.
3. Conducting site evaluations, commercial audits, and delivering commercial awareness training to site personnel and project teams.
4. Analyzing data from past projects to provide budgeting insights and facilitate lessons learned.
5. Monitoring and forecasting both OPEX and CAPEX programs.
6. Advocating for a strong safety culture and ensuring adherence to Quality Procedures.
7. Supporting the professional development and mentoring of junior staff.
8. Leading tender assessments, evaluations, and negotiations.
9. Producing and interpreting reports for stakeholders.
Requirements
* A Level 8 Degree in Quantity Surveying or an equivalent qualification.
* A minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience in Quantity Surveying.
* Strong project management skills, self-driven, and able to coordinate effectively with colleagues.
* Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions, applying logical reasoning and creative problem-solving.
* Excellent teamwork skills, knowledge sharing, and collaboration.
* Commitment to delivering high-quality work with attention to detail.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Strong report writing abilities.
* A proven track record of being results-oriented and focused on customer satisfaction.
* Flexible approach to work, including willingness to travel nationwide when required.
* Solid knowledge of administering major contract conditions such as FIDIC, GCCC, NECC, or similar.
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Key Skills: Construction Management, Cost Control, Project Coordination, Team Leadership, Safety Advocacy, Quality Assurance