Quantity Surveyor Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a leading independent cost management consultancy in Wexford.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional to work on a range of projects across Ireland and the UK. Our clients have a flexible model, with offices in Wexford, but working arrangements can be made to suit the successful applicant.
Key Responsibilities
* Analyse blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labour costs vs estimates.
* Perform all quantity surveying duties, including measurements, valuation, and agreement of work sections.
* Be competent in estimating packages, Microsoft Excel, and Word.
* Collaborate with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments or construction managers/supervisors to discuss cost.
* Monitor cost from vendors or subcontractors, exploring variances and managing issues in conjunction with the manager.
* Deal with cost overseas and recovery.
* Report on actual costs and examine estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organising, and scheduling work.
* Prepare cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documentation at regular intervals for the project manager.
* Assess the cost-effectiveness of products, projects, or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops.
Requirements
* Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying.
* 7+ years of post-college experience with a PQS Chartered or working towards chartership.
About Us
We are a leading independent cost management consultancy with a reputation for excellence in our field.
We offer a dynamic and challenging work environment, with opportunities for growth and development.