Quantity Surveyor

Sonas Technical are currently seeking a Quantity surveyor for upcoming projects in the Dublin region. The company in question are one of the largest utilities contractors in both Ireland and the UK. This is a full time, permanent position with an excellent package on offer for the successful candidate. As part of the role you will be working on a water utilities project at the Quay in Dublin, the project is due to start in the coming weeks

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Team Working

· Encourage and develop a culture of commercial awareness within the team.

· Ensure the site team adheres to group procedures and governance

· Development, motivation & performance management of junior staff

· Delegation of appropriate work to junior staff, whilst maintaining accountability

Commercial Service Delivery

· Preparation of internal commercial reporting and any other reports which may be required.

· Preparation of Valuations/Application for payment with full supporting documentation in accordance with the contract.

· Preparation of Cost Reports to the Client with contractually compliant supporting documentation.

· Preparation and management of subcontract and material procurement schedules.

· Administration of subcontractor/supplier accounts from the preparation of detailed requisitions, monitoring and authorisation of subcontract payments through to agreement of final accounts.

· Undertake the contract administration, including change management and maintain associated registers.

· Identifying commercial risks, opportunities, value engineering and change.

· Challenge & manage in cost control / cost mitigation.

· Ensure the correct site records are maintained.

· Implement a WBS structure to satisfy the Client & Contract requirements.

· Assist with preparation of the Cost to Complete and Risk analysis Register for the projects(s).

· Preparation of change events, extension of time claims, final accounts etc.

· Measurement of quantities in accordance with the standard methods of measurement as required.

· Ensure appropriate Client Management is initiated and maintained.

· Helping to maximise the cash position, including WIP control, cash flow production & improvement plans.

· Maintain / assist in the production of the margin improvement plan on the project.

· Undertake any other work as required of you by your line manager

Corporate Development

· Attend client engagement events for equivalent level customer feedback.

· Involvement in Business Improvement Initiatives.

General (All Employees)

· Participate in, and positively promote, the Murphy Never Harm Programme

· Undertake any reasonable duties expected of you.

. Carry out all work in accordance with health and safety and any other legal requirements

. Ensure compliance with the Company policies and procedures

· Manage the performance of all employees assigned to you in accordance with legislation and company procedures.

· Attend and engage fully in any learning and development activities that are deemed appropriate by your line management.

· Participate and engage fully in company appraisal/performance review processes and constantly work to improve your individual, your team and the wider group’s performance.

Note: In addition to these functions personnel are required to carry out such other duties as may be reasonably required in order to support the objectives of the Group/Company/ Operational Unit

QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING

Degree qualification in Quantity Surveying/Construction Economics

On route to being Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS) or equivalent.

Full driving license.

All roles are expected to have the relevant competency skills cards

SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

Commercially astute. Excellent knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract and Standard Methods of Measurement.

Estimating and takeoffs

Computer literate with strong skills in Microsoft Office Applications (Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint)

To apply please send your CV to Philip.maloney@sonastechnical.com or apply directly through Indeed

Quantity Surveyor