Senior Quantity Surveyor

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Ireland. As a Senior QS, you will play a critical role in ensuring the project’s commercial success by managing subcontractors, delivering accurate financial reporting, and overseeing all cost control functions.This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned Quantity Surveyor to bring expertise in cost and financial management to a high-value, complex project. Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for end-to-end financial oversight, including subcontractor management, project cost management, financial analysis, and ensuring commercial viability.Location: Maynooth or Athenry or Rathcormac Key Responsibilities:Financial & Cost Management: Oversee financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and managing project costs against set budgets.Subcontractor Management: Lead the procurement and management of subcontractors, negotiate contracts, assess work progress, and ensure timely payment in line with contract terms.Commercial Reporting: Develop and maintain detailed commercial and financial reporting systems to support project goals and inform senior management.Risk Analysis & Management: Identify and manage project risks, implementing mitigation strategies to maintain project profitability.Contract Administration: Oversee contract administration, including reviewing and managing contract variations, claims, and final accounts.Stakeholder Collaboration: Liaise with key stakeholders, including the client, partners, design team, and other project team members, ensuring all financial objectives align with project milestones.Financial Compliance: Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies throughout the project lifecycle.Estimating: Estimating and Candy Estimating Software experience an advantage, however not essential.About YouSkills & Qualifications:Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Chartered or working towards SCSI Chartership is desirable but not essential.Experience: 6–10 years of experience in civil engineering/commercial building construction, ideally with a focus on large-scale infrastructure or design-build projects.Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of financial management systems (e.g., Candy Estimating System, IFS).Financial Management: Demonstrated expertise in financial management, including cost estimation, budgeting, and cost control.Commercial Awareness: Excellent commercial and accounting skills, with a strong understanding of industry standards, best practices, and market trends. Strong understanding of all current Main Contract Conditions is also required.Analytical Skills: Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical skills to support effective decision-making.Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels.What We Offer:Competitive Salary: Attractive salary package commensurate with experience.Comprehensive Benefits: Full benefits package, including pension and health coverage.Career Growth Potential: Opportunity for career advancement within a leading civil engineering contractor, with exposure to large-scale and complex projects.Collaborative Environment: A supportive work environment that values commercial focus and teamwork.This is a unique opportunity for a skilled Quantity Surveyor to make a significant impact on one of the region’s most exciting projects. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, apply now to join our dynamic and growing team.