Senior Quantity Surveyor

Title of Position: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Dublin

Pay: €83,272 - €103,925

Principal Duties

• Planning and Management: Organizing, managing, coordinating, and monitoring work programs as per the business plan.
• Quantity Surveying Services: Providing and monitoring services for various construction projects, including renovations and new constructions.
• Project Appraisals and Budgeting: Checking project appraisals, participating in value engineering, determining budget costs, and reviewing cost plans.
• Procurement and Contracts: Offering guidance on procurement and contracts in line with the Capital Works Management Framework.
• Team Collaboration: Working with an in-house multi-disciplinary team and conducting interim checks during projects.
• Final Accounts: Assessing final accounts and resolving issues arising from the final account process.
• Post-Contract Advice: Providing advice on post-contract matters, including dispute resolution.
• Construction Cost Advice: Offering advice on general construction cost-related matters.
• Industry Trends and Innovations: Researching and advising on current industry trends and innovations.
• Policy Formulation: Formulating and adapting policies to comply with Government and EU directives, building regulations, and codes of practice.
• Project Evaluation: Assisting in developing mechanisms for evaluating and prioritizing projects.
• Staff Management: Managing and developing staff if assigned.
• Site Inspections: Visiting and inspecting sites to evaluate progress, quality of works, and completed projects.
• Additional Duties: Representing the department at seminars, participating in meetings with stakeholders, and other duties as assigned.

Training

On-the-job training is provided/encouraged. Facilities are also provided for attendance at courses, conferences, etc., relating to the role.

Requirements

• Must have right to work in Ireland
• University degree in Quantity Surveying (Level 8 on NFQ).
• Minimum of five years of practical experience, with at least three years at a senior level on significant projects.
• Eligible for inclusion on the Quantity Surveyors register (Building Control Act 2007).
• High standard of technological training and IT software familiarity.
• Knowledge of European and National procurement rules, Capital Works Management Framework, and Public Works Contracts.
• Strategic approach to policy objectives.
• Project cost assessment and analysis.
• Conducting inquiries and reporting accurately.
• Working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
• Fostering positive relationships and leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• Liaising with senior personnel and representing national positions internationally.

Desirable Requirements:

• Professional Membership: Chartered Membership of SCSI or RICS.
• Cost Data: Experience with cost data production and utilization.
• Public Administration: Knowledge or ability to quickly acquire knowledge of public administration in Ireland.
• Additional Education: Level 9 qualification in construction or construction management.

Key competencies for effective performance at this level

1. Leadership
2. Analysis & Decision Making
3. Management &Delivery of Results
4. Interpersonal &Communication Skills
5. Drive and Commitment
6. Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development

This is a 12 Month contract through Staffline with the view to becoming permanent.

Further details are available on request along with a confidential conversation.