Project Quantity Surveyor

Role Overview

We invite a seasoned Project Quantity Surveyor to become part of our team based in Maynooth, County Kildare. This role is pivotal in ensuring the fiscal success of a major construction initiative by overseeing comprehensive financial management, supervising subcontractors, and maintaining stringent cost controls.

Primary Duties

• Oversee the project's financial health via budgeting, forecasting, cost oversight, and tracking expenses against set budgets.
• Drive subcontractor-related processes including procurement, negotiations, progress evaluations, valuations, and payment administration.
• Compile and maintain detailed commercial reports, financial analyses, and project performance summaries for upper management.
• Manage contractual obligations including handling variations, claims, change management, and final account settlements.
• Recognize, evaluate, and mitigate commercial risks safeguarding project goals and profitability.
• Coordinate with clients, design teams, partners, and internal teams to align financial goals with project milestones and deliverables.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying or a related equivalent qualification.
• Between 4 and 7 years of experience in civil engineering or commercial construction projects.
• Proficient in cost estimation, budgeting, forecasting, and overall project cost management.
• Good grasp of contract administration and up-to-date main contract conditions.
• Strong commercial insight with solid financial and accounting knowledge.
• Excellent analytical capabilities and keen attention to detail.
• Outstanding communication abilities, both written and verbal, facilitating strong collaboration across project teams and stakeholders.

Preferred Experience

• Chartered status or in the process of obtaining SCSI Chartership.
• Previous involvement with large infrastructure or design-and-build projects.
• Familiarity with financial management platforms such as Candy Estimating System and IFS.
• Hands-on experience with Candy Estimating Software for project estimation.

Employee Benefits

• Attractive salary aligned with experience level.
• Extensive benefits package.
• Prospects for professional growth and advancement within a leading civil engineering organization.
• Engagement in large and complex construction projects.
• Supportive and cooperative workplace culture.

Additional Information

Candidates who are eager to advance their career with impactful contributions on a significant project in Maynooth, County Kildare, are encouraged to submit their applications.