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Hartley People

Quantity Surveyor

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An Estimator provides cost estimates for a project, based on an evaluation of the materials, labor, time and equipment needed to complete the project. May specialize in many aspects of construction or in manufacturing and design industries.

$75,218 / year median in Florida

+10% projected growth

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Hartley People Recruitment are hiring for a Quantity Surveyor for our client in Co.

Mayo. This is a full time permanent position and an ideal opportunity for the right candidate to take the next step in their career! With continued growth, our client is seeking to recruit a Quantity Surveyor based in mayo or the west of Ireland. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience with a main contractor and will assist our professional team on all costs related to building and civil aspects of various projects, including mixed commercial, residential, industrial, and educational, from the initial concept design stage estimate to final account settlement.
Responsibilities Include:
Take responsibility for the QS department and assist in its growth. Oversee post-tender and pre-contract activities and help identify and prepare commercial targets for projects. Manage the sourcing and appointment of sub-contractors, attend planning meetings, handle documentation and schedules, deal with applications, variation schedules, measurement, accounting and payment schedules, and all contractual correspondence through to final accounts. Develop project valuations and progress reports. Report to senior management on project progression. Involve in cost plans, tracking labour costs and efficiency throughout projects. Maintain and control project profitability through high-standard cost reporting. Evolve procurement standards and procedures. Ensure timely completion of estimates.
Requirements Include:
Be a self-starter and possess the ability to work on your own initiative. Hold a third-level construction-related qualification. Have a minimum of 3 years post-qualification construction experience with a main contractor. Previous experience within a similar role in Ireland or the UK. Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Excel Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently. Excellent communication, written, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Organized, good presentation of work, and ability to multitask in an evolving environment. For immediate consideration please email your CV to padraig@hartleypeople.com in response to this job posting or call Padraig on 051 878813 . Hartley People Recruitment work to the highest ethical standards within our industry, and we value the trust that you place in us when you send your CV. We can provide a full consultation in confidence, and we guarantee that your CV will not be sent to any of our clients without your prior consent.