Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor | Cork

Main Contractor | Competitive Salary & Excellent Benefits

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading main contractor delivering high-profile construction projects within Cork.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven professional to take ownership of major project packages, oversee financial performance and play a key role in the successful delivery of large-scale residential and commercial developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of construction projects from commencement through to final account.
• Prepare monthly valuations, interim payment applications and final accounts.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, cash flow and financial performance.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, payments, valuations and commercial agreements.
• Work closely with procurement teams to negotiate and appoint subcontractors.
• Review contract documentation, identify risks and resolve contractual discrepancies.
• Prepare accurate measurements, take-offs and cost assessments.
• Manage variations, contractual claims and change control procedures.
• Maintain detailed records of contractual delays and associated commercial implications.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal project teams.
• Lead, mentor and support Assistant Quantity Surveyors and Junior Quantity Surveyors.
• Ensure commercial targets are achieved while maintaining project quality and programme requirements.

Requirements

• 7+ years' experience in Quantity Surveying, preferably with a main contractor.
• Strong background in residential, commercial or civil engineering construction projects.
• Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics.
• Chartered or working towards SCSI chartership.
• Excellent knowledge of construction contracts, procurement, valuations and final accounts.
• Strong commercial awareness, negotiation and cost management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple subcontractor packages and project budgets.
• Excellent communication, leadership and IT skills.

Salary & Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package
• Company vehicle or travel allowance
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance and income protection
• Company laptop and phone
• Relocation assistance, where applicable
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• Excellent long-term career progression
• Additional employee wellbeing and lifestyle benefits

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established and highly regarded main contractor with a strong pipeline of projects within Cork

The successful candidate will benefit from a supportive commercial team, exposure to major construction developments and genuine opportunities for progression into Commercial Manager and senior commercial leadership positions.