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Job Description
Seeking a Mechanical Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial aspects of construction projects, including budgeting, cost tracking, and contract negotiation, for a leading Mechanical, Electrical, and Maintenance Contracting company in Ireland.
Established in the 1990s, this company has built a strong reputation as a multi-disciplinary projects firm, with extensive experience across various sectors, including Pharmaceuticals, Data Centres, Healthcare, and large Commercial Projects.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Analysing tender Bills of Quantities (Bo Qs) to establish construction budgets for assigned projects
- Tracking monthly costs against budgets and providing regular reports
- Liaising with internal and external stakeholders regarding the commercial aspects of projects
- Preparing, submitting, and securing certification for Monthly Payment Claim Notices
- Compiling costs and negotiating contract adjustments throughout the project, maintaining high recording standards
- Maintaining accurate records, ensuring that all project commercial registers are continuously updated
- Certifying subcontractors and managing accurate control accounts for each
- Overseeing contractual aspects of projects, including the review and management of contracts, collateral warranties, and bonds
- Monitoring commercial performance monthly, forecasting completion and cash flow projections for all assigned projects
- Reporting monthly on project commercial performance alongside the project Contracts Manager to directors during progress meetings
- Ensuring QS departmental reports and claims are issued internally and externally by the required deadlines
- Identifying and evaluating potential risks related to the commercial aspects of the projects
The ideal candidate will have:
- A qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related field
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in a quantity surveying role with a mechanical contractor
- A strong understanding of mechanical installations
- Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to perform under pressure
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills, particularly concerning M&E components
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Strong organizational skills and methodical record-keeping
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite