Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Commercial & Pharmaceutical Construction

Location: Carlow-based | Travel to project sites required

Salary €90K - €110K DOE 

Ref BSSPRO1 47716

Building Staff Solutions (BSS) is recruiting an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor for an established construction contractor delivering commercial and pharmaceutical projects. This position will suit a commercially astute QS with a strong track record, the confidence to take ownership of project commercial matters and an interest in developing a long-term career with the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage commercial and cost-control activities across assigned construction projects from procurement through to final account.
• Prepare and manage budgets, cost reports, forecasts, valuations and cash-flow information.
• Assess subcontractor tenders, negotiate packages and administer subcontractor accounts.
• Manage variations, change control, interim applications and final accounts.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities and work closely with project delivery teams to protect project performance.
• Build effective relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and site teams.
• Attend project sites as required and provide commercially sound advice to management.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor with a building contractor.
• Strong commercial judgement and ability to independently manage the commercial aspects of live projects.
• Experience on commercial construction projects; pharmaceutical or other technically demanding project experience is highly desirable.
• Demonstrable record of project delivery, subcontractor management, cost reporting and final account negotiation.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and organisational skills.
• Quantity Surveying or construction-related qualification preferred.
• Willingness to be based in Carlow and travel to relevant project sites.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join a contractor seeking an experienced professional who can be trusted to run the commercial aspects of their projects. The employer values proven experience, accountability and a commitment to building a long-term career. Salary and package will be discussed based on experience.

Apply

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact michael@buildstaff.ie 086 210 7555 and submit an up-to-date CV, quoting “Senior Quantity Surveyor – Carlow”  Ref BSSPRO1 47716

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