Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor-Main Contractor

Athlone, Co Westmeath

In this role, you will be working on a projects including residential, commercial, healthcare, education etc

Benefits Include: Competitive salary, company vehicle, pension contribution, outstanding career development opportunities.

Join a leading Irish building Contractor with over 20 years in business as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on a permanent basis.

They are a company with an outstanding reputation for delivering high-specification projects within the commercial, residential, education and restoration sectors. Here, you will be provided with a positive working environment and an excellent work/life balance. This is an expanding company that will offer you the opportunity to work with some of the most high-profile clients in Ireland on major developments.  They have a great culture of professional development, offering comprehensive training and advancement opportunities for all staff. Their success is based on the quality of their team and they always prioritise internal development and promotion.

Role responsibilities include:

• Lead commercial and cost management across assigned projects.
• Manage the full subcontractor procurement cycle, from tendering to appointment.
• Prepare and control trade budgets, including cost analysis and negotiation of all work packages.
• Administer subcontractor accounts and oversee timely payment processes.
• Produce cash flows and interim valuations to support accurate project forecasting.
• Manage change orders and agree final accounts with the PQS.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role and 10 years in the construction industry.
• Degree in Construction Economics or Quantity Surveying.
• Proven experience managing complex projects from pre-contract to final account, including cost planning, procurement, contract administration, and risk management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior QS team members.
• Highly organised, proactive, and self-motivated

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