Quantity Surveyor

QUANTITY SURVEYOR

Road Surfacing and Contracting – Dunboyne, Co. Meath

The successful candidate will be responsible for Cost Planning, Contract Administration, Project Cost Control, Project Financial Management, Valuations, Payments, Project Monitoring & Reporting, Claims & Dispute Management

The complexity and pace of our operations place high demands on the position. The position requires an excellent communicator with strong problem-solving abilities and keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare estimates and purchase orders in detail for all products.
• Communicate with team members regarding new and current projects.
• Create and submit estimate reports to appropriate persons (Project Managers, Clients, Bidding Competitions, etc.).
• Assist in selecting contractors and negotiating contract terms.
• Interpret, and manage construction contracts for Civil Engineering projects.
• Compile and complete Handover Project Folder and present to Operations Department
• Monitor project costs against budget throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track project progress and financial performance.
• Ensure alignment between programme and cost.
• Identify cost overruns and recommend corrective action.
• Propose alternative materials, methods, or designs to optimize cost.
• Assess and negotiate contractor claims (delays, variations, extensions of time).
• Prepare and apply interim valuations for contractor payments
• Agree final accounts with customers and subcontractors.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders (clients, project managers).
• Produce cost reports and forecasts.
• Certify payments to suppliers and subcontractors based on work completed.
• Support dispute resolution processes (negotiation, adjudication, arbitration).
• Maintain detailed records for claims defence.
• Balance cost, quality, and sustainability considerations.
• Be fully compliant with Company Health & Safety: policies, procedures, systems and rules, report all hazards and incidents and ensure that you work safely at all times.

Skills Required:

• Recognised 3rd level qualification in Quantity Surveying.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience in a Civil Engineering environment is a bonus
• Excellent Maths and IT ability with an analytical mindset.
• Familiarity in administration of various forms of construction contracts including the Public Works Contract, NEC etc.
• Familiarity with financial and project management principles.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to convey complex issues both written and oral.
• Ability to influence, build consensus and look for collaboration with people from different departments and all levels.
• Solution orientated with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.