If you’re an experienced quantity surveyor with an interest in working for a leading Irish mechanical engineering firm, this opportunity is for you! Our client, based in Mayo, is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a permanent basis covering construction projects throughout Connacht & Leinster.

Role and Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates for all project phases, preparing tender documents, contracts, drawings, BoQ, specifications, budgets and maintain accurate records
• Perform material take offs prior to the purchase requisitions for the projects and reports any irregularities or discrepancies to the project management
• Perform and implement post contract duties including measurements, final accounts & evaluation reports. Preparation of payment application and agreeing with Client
• Work with the project team to ensure that measurements, variations, and contractual matters are properly recorded and notified
• Manage, examine, control, and evaluate subcontractor works, evaluate claims, variations, invoices and ensure the contractual obligations are satisfied
• Evaluate quotations obtained from suppliers & subcontractors, ensuring quantities and specifications are in line with tender and projects specifications
• Prepare and update material status and procurement schedule
• Evaluate quotations and ensure quantities and specifications are in line with tender and project specifications
• Provide necessary detailed backup to support commercial tracking and costing
• Conduct meetings with the Client, site managers, project managers and site engineers
• Identify and track changes to the design and project work and adjust the budget accordingly

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or Mechanical Engineering
• 5 years of Quantity Surveying or Mechanical Engineering experience
• Technical and practical knowledge of all phases of contract development, award, administration, and close-out relating to a multi-discipline civil/construction project
• Capability to accept responsibilities and accomplish project objectives in a timely manner
• Good communication skills and strong English capability

Benefits

• Competitive salary which is negotiable DOE
• Fuel card and/or company vehicle
• Pension option after 12 months

What’s Next

If you are interested or you would like to hear more information on this role, email Marc [email protected], or phone 083 089 3989 or apply through our link.

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