Senior Quantity Surveyor

Omexom ROI•Ireland, MS

About The Position

The Senior Quantity Surveyor is responsible for managing the commercial and financial success of construction and engineering projects. The role oversees budgets, negotiates contracts, mitigates financial risks, and serves as the primary commercial lead. It also includes mentoring junior surveyors, managing subcontractor accounts, and liaising directly with clients. The Senior Quantity Surveyor works closely with clients, the Business Unit General Manager, project managers, the Commercial Manager, and junior quantity surveyors. The role supports the business unit’s commercial objectives and manages project financial performance and contract administration in partnership with project managers.

Requirements

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related construction discipline.
Chartered status with a body such as SCSI, RICS, or CICES, or be actively pursuing chartered status.
At least 5 years of hands-on experience in commercial management or as a project quantity surveyor.
Substantial experience leading the commercial and financial aspects of large-scale construction, civil engineering, or energy projects.
Advanced working knowledge of standard industry contracts, including FIDIC, NEC3, and NEC4.
Strong background in cost estimating, value engineering, final accounts, and managing subcontractor packages.
Ability to monitor and mitigate risks, analyse technical information, and maximise operational returns.
Experience mentoring and managing junior surveyors and leading wider commercial teams.
Excellent stakeholder management skills for complex commercial disputes, client negotiations, and subcontractor relationships.
Advanced skills in commercial software systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel.
Ability to work effectively within and contribute to a team, provide support, and drive performance.
Ability to manage responsibilities and time efficiently and professionally.
Integrity, responsibility, and commitment to producing efficient, high-quality results.
Commitment to improving processes and introducing initiatives to improve efficiency.

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed cost estimates, cost plans, and feasibility studies at various design stages.
Lead the administration of project contracts.
Analyse project designs and materials and propose cost-saving alternatives without compromising quality.
Produce regular Cost/Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and forecast cash flows to ensure profitability.
Interpret and critically evaluate expenditure reports produced by internal cost systems.
Prepare tender documents, analyse contractor bids, and evaluate supplier and vendor pricing.
Commercially review contract terms and conditions proposed by clients.
Procure subcontractors and produce subcontract documentation, including negotiating terms, prices, and programmes.
Ensure compliance with industry-standard contracts and manage contractual notices, extensions of time, and claims.
Submit prompt applications for payment and ensure cash collection aligns with contract terms.
Identify, price, and negotiate project scope changes to maximise returns and resolve disputes.
Prepare and negotiate final accounts with clients and subcontractors to close out projects successfully.
Support project managers and others in identifying, quantifying, and mitigating cost and value risks.
Liaise with operational and engineering staff to ensure site records meet the required standard.
Mentor and provide technical support to trainee or junior quantity surveyors.
Assist commercial managers with daily department operations.
Represent the company at design team and site meetings and act as the main point of contact for project commercial matters.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients.
Align with business unit objectives and provide commercial support to the Business Unit General Manager.
Partner closely with project managers, supporting project financial performance and contract administration.
Maintain a close working relationship with the Commercial Manager to ensure consistency on commercial issues.