This position is based out of the West/Southwest Region of Ireland.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the commercial management of projects from tender stage through to final account, ensuring effective cost control and contractual compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
The day-to-day requirements are as follows:
- Prepare cost estimates, budgets and tender documentation for Mechanical & Electrical works.
- Evaluate subcontractor quotations and assist with procurement of M&E packages.
- Measure and value works completed on site, preparing interim valuations and payment applications.
- Monitor project costs and produce regular cost reports, forecasts and cash flow projections.
- Identify, price, and manage variations, claims and change orders.
- Liaise with project managers, engineers, site teams, subcontractors and clients to ensure commercial objectives are achieved.
- Attend project meetings and provide commercial advice to the project delivery team.
- Support the preparation of project forecasts and assist in identifying opportunities for cost savings and value engineering.
The Candidate:
The preferred candidate shall:
- Have at least 2–3 years experience in an M&E Quantity Surveying or similar commercial role.
- Possess excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail.
- Have experience managing project costs across water/utility projects.
- Be proficient in Microsoft Excel and quantity surveying software.
- Hold a degree in M&E Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Engineering – or a related discipline.
- Be a strong written and verbal communicator.
- Be capable of working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary project team.
What Ward & Burke can offer you:
- Give you the ability to design your own career.
- A competitive salary.
- Opportunity to develop across a wide range of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
- Be involved in projects from concept to completion.
- Training and support for professional development.
- A collaborative and supportive working environment with opportunities for long-term career progression.
To apply, please visit our website: https://www.wardandburke.com/career/me-quantity-surveyor-for-water-and-wastewater-projects/
Education:
Experience:
- M&E Quantity Surveying : 2 years (required)
- Water/Utility Projects : 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Full Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
Work Location: In person
