Senior Quantity Surveyor

V7 Recruitment are working with a well-established, family-owned international construction and engineering group who are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Dublin.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven professional to take ownership of project commercial management, lead procurement and contractual negotiations, and maximise commercial performance across major construction projects.
You'll also play a key role in mentoring junior commercial staff and working closely with senior project leadership to drive successful project delivery.


What's On Offer?

• Competitive salary €76,000 - €102,000
• 3 weeks on / 1 week off rotation
• Full relocation support available
• Flights and shared accommodation provided
• Daily allowance of approximately €50–€60
• Shared car hire
• Pension and standard benefits
• Major, high-profile construction projects
• Strong career development opportunities

The Role

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take responsibility for the commercial strategy, contractual management and financial performance of your projects.
Key responsibilities will include:

• Taking ownership of project commercial strategy and maximising financial returns.
• Managing all commercial and contractual matters, protecting contractual entitlements and ensuring compliance.
• Leading procurement activities, including tender preparation, subcontractor selection, order placement and final account settlement.
• Preparing and presenting financial forecasts, cash flow projections, valuations and commercial reports.
• Managing variations, claims and final accounts, ensuring accurate supporting records are maintained.
• Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Leading the preparation and management of claims and disputes, including contractual correspondence and supporting documentation.
• Managing, mentoring and developing Quantity Surveyors and Assistant Quantity Surveyors.
• Supporting pre-construction teams with commercial input during tendering and two-stage procurement.
• Maintaining accurate cost-value reconciliations and commercial reporting.
• Interpreting and applying contract conditions, including NEC and JCT.
• Negotiating and managing complex subcontract agreements.
• Advising on bonds, warranties, guarantees, insurances and letters of intent.
• Building strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and project stakeholders.
• Reporting commercial performance, risks and opportunities to senior management.

About You

We're looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with:

• A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Strong experience in commercial management within the construction industry.
• Proven expertise in procurement, subcontract management, cost control and financial forecasting.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, including NEC and JCT.
• Experience managing variations, claims, disputes and final accounts.
• A sound understanding of contract law and commercial risk management.
• Experience leading, mentoring or developing junior commercial professionals.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical skills and commercial awareness.
• Relevant training in commercial management, dispute resolution and risk management.

Chartered status with RICS, CIOB or an equivalent professional body would be advantageous.




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