Senior Quantity Surveyor

About Designer Group

Designer Group is a prominent international provider specializing in mechanical and electrical turnkey solutions, delivering comprehensive design, supply, and installation services for M&E systems. Based in Dublin and employing over 1,000 skilled professionals worldwide, the Group partners with large multinational clients to offer ambitious, innovative, and sustainable engineering projects. The company culture centers on core values of safety, trust, respect, challenge, and delivery, underpinning its reputation for high standards and continuous professional development.

Role Overview

We are actively seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Building Services team located in the Dublin area. This role will hold commercial accountability for numerous ongoing projects, acting as the chief commercial liaison with clients and overseeing all contractual and financial aspects throughout the duration of projects. This position provides a prime opportunity for a commercially savvy individual experienced in contract negotiation, client management, and cost control to contribute significantly to project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Issuing sub-contract orders in collaboration with Contracts Managers and the Buying Department.
• Reviewing and assessing subcontractors' contracts focusing on risks, schedules, terms, and design responsibilities.
• Preparing tender risk analyses based on standard forms and contract documentation, including bills of quantities.
• Producing precise Commercial Cost Control Reports that detail committed and forecasted costs covering materials, subcontracts, labor, and preliminaries.
• Identifying, evaluating, and managing commercial risks with input from the Commercial Director.
• Offering guidance on contractual claims, performing outcome analyses, and providing regular forecasts and reports.
• Preparing and delivering monthly project and business review reports in accordance with company standards.
• Supporting the Commercial Manager in assembling monthly commercial reporting.
• Assisting the Estimation Department occasionally with estimate preparations.
• Maintaining and enhancing client relationships to leverage current and future business opportunities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Possession of a third-level degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 8 years’ experience in a comparable quantity surveying role.
• Prior exposure to mechanical and electrical (M&E) projects is essential.

Skills and Competencies

• Advanced communication and interpersonal skills suitable for working with diverse teams.
• Exceptional attention to detail combined with strong analytical capabilities and the ability to operate independently.