Quantity Surveyor

We are Cunningham Contracts Group, one of Ireland's award-winning building and civil engineering contractors with an extensive track record in delivering projects across multiple sectors in Ireland, including housing, commercial, education and healthcare. The company has recently expanded into new markets and business sectors, particularly in the infrastructure and specialist areas, gaining a reputation as a leading contractor who delivers quality assured solutions to its wide-ranging customer base. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to delivering an exciting career with learning, development and progression potential.

We are currently seeking an experienced and talented Quantity Surveyor to join our high performing team. The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for providing commercial support to the project team, maintaining commercial information and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements. The Quantity Surveyor will liaise with customer representatives and other third parties on commercial issues including agreement of variations, claims and any additional payments.

Role Responsibilities

• Ensure robust, accurate and timely cost and value reporting at both project and business unit level.
• Ensure accurate cash flow reporting takes place.
• Carry out cost management including forecasting.
• Update the monthly CVR, cost and commercial plans and have accountability, along with the project team for the commercial performance and strategy.
• Ensure that any sub-contractors have agreed terms and conditions that are appropriate for Cunningham Contracts, with commercial risks identified.
• Ensure that the supply chain are engaged appropriately with the correct contract terms and conditions.
• Ensure that good client relationships are fostered.
• Be responsible for subcontract letting, negotiation and financial accounting.
• Ensure effective interaction between the commercial team and the operational site teams.
• Help ensure that commercial processes are adhered to across the Commercial department.
• Have a good understanding of the processes and procedures of the Commercial department, and actively seek to assist in development and improvement where possible.
• Coach and mentor Junior Quantity Surveyors within the Commercial department, sharing knowledge and best practice.
• Act as mentor to any apprentices that may be attached to the Commercial department, sharing knowledge and best practice, acting as a point of contact for any queries, and providing feedback on the apprentice as required.

The Candidate Qualifications & Experience:

• 4 Years Minimum experience in a Quantity Surveying role.
• A HND or degree level qualification in Quantity Surveying, or equivalent.
• Extensive experience in commercial management and procurement of subcontractors, including chairing regular meetings, measurement and control cycle, certificates and accruals calculations.

Skills & Attributes

• Ability to demonstrate a good knowledge of monthly reporting and earned value analysis.
• Excellent team player whilst also holding the ability to work independently on own initiative.
• Excellent time management skills, with ability to work to tight deadlines.

Benefits

• 31 days Annual Leave
• Life Assurance Policy
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible Working Policy
• Wellbeing Events
• Company Occupational Health
• Social Events
• Team Development Days
• Ongoing Training & Development
• Bespoke career pathways
• Support for Chartership Pathways
• State-of-the-art office facilities
• On-Site Car Parking
• Professional Membership Support
• Branded clothing

To apply for this role, please visit to find out more and share your CV with us today. Cunningham Contracts Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page.