Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor (Navan Line) Capital Investment Division– Iarnród ÉireannLocation – InchicoreSalary – 4CIarnród Éireann is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the Navan Line Programme team in the delivery of this nationally significant rail infrastructure project.Reporting to the Commercial Manager, the Quantity Surveyor will support all commercial and contract administration activities across design, procurement and construction phases of the programme.Working closely with project controls, engineering and delivery teams, the QS will ensure robust cost management, contractual compliance and value-for-money throughout.Key Responsibilities:Administer NEC contracts, including assessment of compensation events and change controlPrepare and maintain cost plans, forecasts, valuations and financial reportsReview and negotiate contractor / consultant applications, claims and variationsSupport procurement processes, tender reviews and contract awardsUndertake measurement, risk and value management activitiesSupport budget management, spend profiling and commercial reportingProvide input to commercial strategies and support dispute resolution if requiredEssential Requirements:Minimum qualifications are QS / Construction Economics degree or Construction / Project Management degree and/or Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS or SCS) Member of the Society of Chartered Surveyors or Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.Minimum of 5 years relevant experience commensurate to this role.Proven commercial skills, awareness, and experience (pre & post-contract duties) on large construction projects.Demonstrable ability to manage and administer construction contracts.Detailed knowledge and application of the Public Works suite of contracts.Knowledge and awareness of other standard forms of Contract – RIAI, IEI, FIDIC and target cost contracts (NEC etc.)Experience and involvement in construction dispute resolution proceedings (conciliation, arbitration, adjudication etc.)Demonstrable ability to produce bills of quantities, tender and contract documentation.Strong leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.Experience of Final Account negotiations and settlements, strong leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.Relevant general management and project management experience for projects of a similar complexity.Excellent IT skillsDesirable Skills and Experience:A good working knowledge of Railway Infrastructure, Systems and Operations.Demonstrable ability to produce and manage budgets.Understanding of Project Management Procedures.Experience and involvement on construction dispute resolution proceedings (conciliation, arbitration, adjudication etc.)Experience working within a multi-disciplinary team including signalling, electrical, telecoms, civils, structures, track, environmental and construction elements.Experience working with NEC contracts.Interview Competencies:Commercial AwarenessDemonstrated experience with project managementExcellent communication skillsEstablished Specialist KnowledgeDemonstrable ability in planning and organising****Please note, this list is not exhaustive, please contact HR Shared Services for a full job description***A competency-based interview will form part of this selection process.Candidates may be shortlisted on the basis of their application/CV and relevant experience.If any applicants have special requirements, please advise Shared Services when forwarding your application.If you are interested in applying for this role, applications including CV and cover letter should be forwarded to: by Friday 12th of September ****.At Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail we are committed to embedding diversity and inclusion in all that we do.This starts with how we recruit people.It is important to us that all individuals feel welcome to join our organisation and we take great care to ensure an even playing field for allWe will strive to provide reasonable accommodation to all candidates where required and requested.We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, ethnicity, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or disability.