Chartered Quantity Surveyor

About the Role

Savills Building & Project Consultancy is among Ireland's foremost property consultancy groups, offering expert technical guidance throughout all stages of property asset management, including acquisition, development, and disposition. Our client base spans investors, developers, landlords, and tenants from multiple sectors. In line with our expansion plans, we are launching a new Quantity Surveying division in Ireland, seeking a Chartered Quantity Surveyor to foster and lead this service within our established consultancy.

Primary Duties

Working closely with Building Surveyors, Project Managers, and other consultants, the role involves delivering expert cost management advice and commercial insights throughout the property lifecycle. Key responsibilities include:

• Preparation of cost estimates and plans throughout various project phases.
• Conducting feasibility analyses and development appraisals.
• Performing value engineering and cost optimization assessments.
• Drafting bills of quantities and tender documents.
• Evaluating contractor bids and advising on procurement strategies.
• Tracking project budgets and cash flow forecasts.
• Preparing and negotiating final contract accounts.
• Providing reinstatement cost assessments for insurance valuation and advising on related costs.

Additional support includes contract and project management tasks:

• Assisting during procurement and construction phases.
• Managing variations and change control procedures.
• Reviewing interim valuations and contractor payment claims.
• Preparing contractual paperwork and commercial reports.
• Facilitating contract administration and overall project delivery.
• Liaising effectively with internal teams and external consultants.
• Monitoring project progress from commercial and financial standpoints.

Client advisory functions:

• Delivering strategic commercial consultancy for development, refurbishment, and fit-out projects.
• Serving as a trusted key contact for clients.
• Presenting cost reports and project updates.
• Supporting investor, occupier, and developer clients in meeting objectives.

Business development involvement includes:

• Contributing to pitches, tenders, and fee proposals.
• Maintaining and nurturing client relationships.
• Identifying opportunities for new assignments and cross-service collaboration.
• Driving the growth and development of Quantity Surveying services.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

• Chartered Quantity Surveyor certified (MRICS or MSCSI).
• At least 10 years' experience after qualification.
• Deep understanding of construction contracts, procurement methods, and cost control principles.
• Proven experience in both pre-contract and post-contract quantity surveying activities.
• Outstanding numerical and commercial analytical capabilities.
• Exceptional report writing and communication proficiency.
• Skilled with Microsoft Excel and recognized cost management software.
• Possession of a valid clean driving license.

Desirable:

• Background in commercial, office, industrial, retail, or mixed-use property projects.
• Familiarity with Irish construction contracts and procurement processes.
• Experience in development tracking and reporting for lenders.
• Knowledge of BIM-enabled project workflows.

Personal Qualities

• Commercially driven and client-centered approach.
• Problem solver focused on practical solutions.
• Self-driven with the capability to work autonomously.
• Collaborative team member spirit.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.

Diversity and Inclusion

Savills Ireland is committed to equal opportunity employment and values diversity as a key component of its inclusive workplace culture. We strive to foster an environment that embraces all talents and backgrounds without discrimination.