Intermediate Quantity Surveyor

Overview

Ref: Permanent, subject to successful completion of probation

Location: Limerick

COMPANY INFO:

CField Construction is a family-owned construction contracting company with a group turnover of over €200m and offices in both Ireland and the UK. CField employs the best people, invests heavily in training and ensures that the highest standards of quality, health & safety and governance are applied throughout the organisation. This is evidenced by the fact that CField was one of the first companies in Ireland to achieve ISO 45001 certification.

Due to continuing expansion, CField are seeking motivated, qualified Quality Surveyors to join our existing team in the Limerick area. The successful candidates will have exposure to and assist in the delivery of a wide variety of projects across multiple industry sectors including residential, commercial, pharma, industrial, educational and more. CField is committed to investing in supporting the professional development of all employees, and the role allows for excellent career progression. The primary base is in Cork, and the successful candidates will be predominantly site based, working with the wider site teams.

Responsibilities

SUMMARY OF ROLE:

Reporting to the Associate Director - Surveying, the successful Quantity Surveyor will assist in the delivery of large-scale projects. Working to support the effective management of project costs and ensuring accurate financial control, this is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual looking to develop their career in quantity surveying within the construction industry.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

These include but are not limited to:

- Assist the Associate Director - Surveying in ensuring successful delivery of all project commercial aspects
- Assist in procurement, appointment and management of specialist contracts (subcontracts & suppliers) through to final account agreement
- Assist in preparing accurate monthly progress accounts
- Support the preparation and assessment of interim and final valuations for progress payments
- Collaborate with project teams to identify and mitigate potential risks and cost overruns
- Assist the pre-construction team in the delivery of tenders on occasion
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with project teams
- Stay updated on industry trends, regulations etc
- Monitoring of contra charges and notification to sub-contractors
- Sub-contractor re-measurement, interim and final account payments
- Final account preparations at the end of the project
- Cost monitoring and reporting and attending monthly cost reporting meetings
- Cashflow forecasting for projects and issuing monthly reports to accounts
- Planning and performing other duties and projects as assigned
- Ad-hoc reporting/requests when required by direct line manager

Qualifications & Skills

KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

A successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

- A Level 8 degree in Quantity Surveying essential
- Minimum 3 years relevant experience in a similar role with a main contractor / subcontractor essential
- Experience in residential sector is preferable
- Excellent IT skills with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook. Working knowledge of Buildsoft/Cubit/Bluebeam preferred but not essential as training will be provided
- Strong communication skills (both written and oral) with an ability to build excellent working relationships with a wide range of people
- Excellent presentation skills
- Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent measurement knowledge
- Organised, with an ability to manage time effectively
- Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks simultaneously while working to tight deadlines
- Strong knowledge and understanding of the construction industry and working on site
- Ambitious, enthusiastic and career driven
- Ability to work under pressure, individually and as part of a team

Company Benefits

- Bonus Scheme
- Company Pension
- Life Assurance
- Professional Membership fees
- Employee referral incentive
- Professional development & training opportunities
- Company sponsored events & social activities

This job description is intended to cover the minimum duties and responsibilities required for this position. The job description is subject to review and additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned from time to time in line with operational needs.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation. Immediate start available and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

CField Construction is an Equal Opportunities employer and recognises its responsibility to provide fair treatment and equality of opportunity to both employees and prospective employees, in access to employment, conditions of employment, training and development, promotion, and in other employment decisions without discrimination. The Company will not tolerate any form of discrimination, direct or indirect, and recognises the benefits of a diverse community of employees.

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