Quantity Surveyor - Procurement

Cairn has a unique opportunity for a high calibre Quantity Surveyor to support a range of commercial activity in the newly formed Group Procurement Function. The Procurement Team is made up of experienced Quantity Surveyors and procurement professionals.This is an exciting role as part of a new function and reports to the Senior Procurement Manager. We require a motivated team player who adopts a continuous improvement mindset, has excellent analytic skills and has a strong commercial acumen.Key responsibilities:Typically the candidate will be expected to undertake and assist with the following duties:Support the development and roll out of procurement best practice initiativesAssist in the on-going management and maintenance of the master Procurement Schedule for tender activity, including tracking and reporting on procurement activity across multiple projectsCollating all necessary tender documents for various tender packages and ensuring they are accurate ahead of being issuedReview of Sub-contract Packages to ensure scope of works captured is consistent with Cairn Standard details and scopesFormatting and coding of each sub-contract pricing document to an agreed coding index to ensure consistency across multiple projectsCompleting Tender Analysis and benchmarking of returned tenders for subcontractor and supplier packages, negotiation of rates and drafting and issuing tender recommendation reportsAssist in developing and updating of the existing inflation trackerAssisting in compiling information packs for Supply Chain Management Meetings. Participate and contribute to meetings as required.Assisting with the innovation agenda including completing analysis for various forms of construction and analysisAssist in compiling Powerpoint presentations for distribution to Senior Management Team with emphasis on key calloutsSupport the implementation of a new digital procurement strategy.Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to implement strategic procurement projects.Tasks will be allocated to reflect increasing levels of development and experienceThe candidate;Minimum of 3-5 years of Post-Graduate experience with a PQS or ContractorA strong knowledge of Construction Technology of various building types and methodsAn ability to achieve demanding time and quality targets.Advanced Excel and Powerpoint skills, with experience using Cubit, Cost-ex or equivalentA willingness to attend training and to develop relevant knowledge, techniques, and skills.To have strong analytical skills and ability to present findingsTo have good spoken and written communication skillsTo be methodical, pay attention to detail and be accurateTo be good at working with people at all levels and willing to work in a team.To be self-motivated with ability to work on own initiativeTo be able to co-ordinate a number of different projects across different stakeholder groups at the same time.To be willing to accept responsibility for completing designated tasks.Working with Cairn:At Cairn, we believe it is essential that our employees feel valued and appreciated. We therefore offer above industry average remuneration packages with a comprehensive benefits portfolio that’s ready to support you for whatever life brings.We are delighted to offer a suite of benefits when you join Cairn which include;Competitive salaryPerformance related bonusPension scheme with matching contributionsFull health insurance with Irish Life healthAnnual salary reviewContinuous Professional development (CPD) programme & fundingPaid maternity & paternity leaveFree Cairn annual leave daysLife assuranceIncome protectionEmployee Assistance Programme with VHITax saver - travel and bike to workCulture CommitteeTalent Development ProgrammesApproved Profit Sharing Scheme (APSS)The Cairn purpose is to build sustainable communities where people can thrive.At Cairn, it’s not what we build, it’s why we build. It’s about putting down a marker that will stand for generations to come. Creating new communities of connection and belonging for an Ireland where people can thrive. Reshaping, redefining, reinvigorating our place in the world. Building for people, progress, and potential.Because when Cairn build, it’s Built For Good.