Senior Quantity Surveyor

• Prepare tender documentation, evaluate subcontractor proposals, and manage negotiations through to order placement.
• Oversee the financial and commercial management of subcontractors, ensuring smooth progression to final account settlement.
• Maintain accurate site records and ensure robust document control processes.
• Carry out site measurements and record findings diligently.
• Contribute to forecasting, target setting, and reconciliation of package values.
• Compile valuations and variations with comprehensive supporting details, agreeing adjustments as work advances.
• Assist with reconciling proposed payment runs.
• Update and submit projected final accounts promptly.
• Collaborate with site management to address and challenge commercial issues effectively.
• Drive the implementation of the agreed commercial strategy.
• Take part in contract value reviews, maintaining an objective perspective.
• Identify potential risks and opportunities, providing informed assessments.
• Spearhead the project cost tracking process ensuring budgets and actual spend are aligned and maintained.
• Build knowledge of insurance requirements and warranty obligations.
• Support cash flow management activities to maintain healthy financial performance.
• Assist with tendering processes when required.
• Supervise and mentor Junior Quantity Surveyors, ensuring quality and accuracy in their work.
• Ensure all site records and control documents are properly maintained.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both in writing and verbally.
• Make full use of digital tools and technology platforms.
• Maintain proficiency in Standard Methods of Measurement such as ARM5 where applicable depending on the package
• Demonstrate strong commercial awareness and accountability.
• Apply effective time management, organisational, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.

• Minimum 4 years experience working as a quantity surveyor in Ireland, ideally with a developer or main contractor.
• Excellent English level minimum C1
• Must be able to work from site in Sandyford Dublin a minimum of 3 days per week, with potential to work from locations in Dunboyne Meath or Palmerstown House Estate close to Naas Kildare
• Degree-level education and progression towards relevant professional accreditation.
• Proficient in Microsoft excel and measurement tools such as Bluebeam / Cubit etc
• Strong ability for cost analysis and separating value and risk from noise.
• Skilled in negotiation and always driving for best value for Comer Group.
• Able to manage multiple workflows simultaneously

Comer Group Ireland