Job Description
MHI seeks a Quantity Surveyor for their manufacturing plant and offices in Co. Cavan.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Prepare tender documents for submission.
2. Analyse tender returns.
3. Develop bills of quantities from drawings or tenders. Experience with Cubit software is beneficial.
4. Forecast the cost of materials needed for the project.
5. Track changes to the design and/or construction work and adjust budget projections accordingly.
6. Procure contractor and subcontractor services, negotiate rates, and manage accounts.
7. Measure and value work done on site.
8. Prepare, submit, and agree interim and final valuations with client representatives.
9. Evaluate stakeholders' understanding and adherence to contract obligations.
10. Negotiate effectively.
11. Utilize MS Excel and learn specialist software.
12. Write detailed reports.
13. Build strong relationships with colleagues and clients.
14. Ensure attention to detail and methodical approach to work.
15. Advise Senior Management on commercial, operational, or performance-related issues.
16. Liaise with departments to implement controls during contract progress.
17. Liaise with clients and construction professionals, such as site managers and project managers.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications:
1. Possess relevant experience working as a QS and degree-level qualifications.
2. Minimum five years of experience in construction, similar role.
3. Strong skills in planning, organisation, and time management.
4. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
5. Demonstrate good work ethic and attitude, forward-thinking approach.
6. Cultivate commercially and contractually aware mindset.
7. Highly organised individual.