Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Introduction to Quantum Homes Ltd

The Quantum Group is a new-generation developer offering the Irish property sector a unique blend of experience, innovation, and end-to-end build-out service. Our developments aim to answer Ireland's acute need for high-quality real estate, in places and within communities that people want to live. Quantum Homes has a team that is highly experienced in residential developments, operating a lean and strategic management structure. Construction is and will be delivered by its own team and resources.

Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and ambitious Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team. This is a multi-site role with locations in Kildare, Laois, and the Southeast.

Key Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Commercial Director, the Senior Quantity Surveyor will perform all Quantity Surveying duties including measurement, procurement, cost monitoring, cost control, reporting, preparation of interim payments, and settlement of final accounts in a professional manner and in accordance with company guidelines.
• Liaise and assist with internal Estimating and external resources during the pre-construction stage.
• Liaise with the project team to prepare and agree on the Preliminaries Budget for agreement with Senior Management for inclusion in the project budget.
• Manage and oversee cost management processes across the projects including compilation and validation of cost reports and internal cost review meetings.
• Produce information for the cash flow forecast for the project and update monthly and after the issue of any updated programmes. Ensure that Sub-contractors submit monthly valuations in line with dates agreed at the pre-contract meeting.
• Produce information for the monthly internal valuation which accurately reflects the true value of the work completed to the end of the given period.
• Ensure all known and potential risks are identified, considered, and accrued for and appropriate mitigation measures put in place. Create an environment across the team of early identification of risks and management of the same.
• Presentation of commercial pack to Senior Management Team monthly.
• Manage the procurement process, prepare, and oversee the procurement schedule and ensure scope of work accuracy for all subcontract packages.
• Manage subcontract packages and oversee payments to subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants along with normal QS duties.
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the difference between cost and value and drive a value-seeking mindset throughout the overall project team.
• Build and maintain good relationships with the subcontract and supply chain base.
• Attend site and ensure sufficient records of progress are taken on a regular basis and are adequately documented.
• Prepare Part V submissions and conclude all relevant negotiations.
• Accountable for the timely completion of the monthly QS cycle on site.
• Work closely with the Project Team to ensure successful delivery and completion of the project.

The Candidate

• 6-10+ years post-graduate experience with a Main Contractor or Developer.
• Residential/House Building construction experience preferred.
• Experience/technical knowledge of all modern methods of construction.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• An ability to achieve demanding time and quality targets.
• Good IT skills with competency at Cubit, Cost-ex or equivalent, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to present findings.
• Good spoken and written communication skills.
• Methodical, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work on own initiative.
• Ability to coordinate a number of different tasks at the same time.
• Willingness to accept overall project responsibility.

Benefits Package

• Competitive Salary – DOE
• Performance-related bonus
• Excellent Benefits Package

Join Quantum Homes and be a part of a team dedicated to innovation, excellence, and community building. Apply today and contribute to creating high-quality living spaces across Ireland.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person