Senior Quantity Surveyor

Mechanical Quantity Surveyor

Department: Commercial / Contracts

Reports To: Managing Director

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Quantity Surveyor to support our growing portfolio of mechanical, data centre, and power generation projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in cost control, estimating, contract administration, and commercial management from tender through to final account.

Key Responsibilities

· Prepare and manage project budgets, cost plans, and forecasts

· Carry out detailed mechanical estimating and tendering

· Administer contracts, including valuations, variations, and final accounts

· Monitor project costs and report on financial performance

· Manage subcontractor procurement and commercial negotiations

· Assess risk, value engineering opportunities, and cost-saving measures

· Work closely with project managers and site teams to ensure commercial control

· Support dispute resolution and claims management where required

Experience & Qualifications

Minimum 5 years’ experience in:

• Mechanical contracts

• Estimating

• Commercial management / quantity surveying

• Strong background in one or more of the following industries:

• Mechanical building services

• Data centre projects

• Power generation projects

• 2–3 years’ experience working on projects in Ireland and/or Europe

• Experience with filtration systems is a strong bonus

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (preferred but not essential with strong experience)

Skills & Competencies

· Strong commercial and financial acumen

· Excellent analytical and negotiation skills

· Proficient in cost reporting and estimating software

· Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

· Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

· High attention to detail and problem-solving mindset