Senior Quantity Surveyor – Sligo (Head Office & Nationwide Projects)
Location: Based in Sligo with travel nationwide as required
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive – Paid Weekly + Benefits
A long-established Irish main contractor is looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial function on key projects across Ireland. This is a senior-level role for an experienced QS capable of managing complex project portfolios while ensuring full compliance with commercial, contractual, and regulatory obligations.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial Management and Compliance
* Ensure adherence to company Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001), Environmental & Safety Management Systems (ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001).
* Prepare interim and final accounts in accordance with contract requirements.
* Reconcile contract documents versus tender documentation.
* Maintain and update project variation folders and logs.
* Monitor and manage variation notifications and costs.
* Prepare and issue subcontractor and supplier enquiry packages.
* Analyse and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotes for compliance and value.
* Formal appointment of subcontractors, including all contractual documentation.
* Prepare and issue eRCT forms and ensure subcontractor insurances are approved pre-commencement.
Project Support and Reporting
* Attend site visits and project meetings regularly.
* Provide cost input to contractor reports and internal project trackers.
* Produce internal cost reports and monitor project commercial plans.
* Support tendering activities by assisting with BoQ preparation and pricing where required.
* Ensure correct filing of project records and adherence to the filing matrix.
* Maintain awareness of scope within subcontractor packages for internal coordination.
* Track and manage project retentions after completion.
Liaison and Internal Coordination
* Liaise closely with Contracts Manager, Managing QS, and the wider project team.
* Support purchasing functions through procurement schedules and requisition reviews.
* Advise estimating team on competitive subcontractors and suppliers as needed.
* Coordinate with accounts department on valuations, PQS recommendations, and certificates for cash flow tracking.
* Generate subcontractor/supplier liability reports for issue to company accountants.
Candidate Requirements
* Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management
* Minimum 10 years’ experience in a senior QS role on large-scale construction projects
* Ability to manage commercial operations across multiple, high-headcount sites
* Skilled in subcontractor negotiation and final account settlement
* Strong organisational, reporting, and communication skills (written and verbal)
* Highly proficient in IT systems relevant to quantity surveying
* Practical knowledge of construction contracts and site processes
* Strong commercial judgement and negotiation skills
Benefits
* Competitive salary paid weekly
* Company laptop and phone
* Career progression opportunities
* Support and mentoring toward professional qualifications
* Continuous professional development (CPD) training
* Life insurance (Death in Service benefit)
* Lifestyle supports: Bike to Work Scheme, gym membership
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Loyalty reward scheme (additional leave based on service)
* Referral reward scheme
* Social club participation
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