Senior electrical quantity surveyor

Senior Electrical Quantity Surveyor - Cork, Ireland Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Package Our client is an established engineering services contractor involved in complex technical projects across Europe primarily involved in life sciences, pharmaceutical and data centres who is actively seeking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to be working in Cork. Our client rsquo;s core division includes Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sprinkler and Fire Protection. As a Senior Quantity surveyor you will be involved in every stage of the project from calculating costs, looking after the client needs and monitoring the project rsquo;s progress. Key Responsibilities and Requirements: * Manage cost control and identify potential commercial risks and ensure prompt reporting of same to management. * Conduct cost analysis and value engineering exercises to identify cost-saving opportunities. * Monitor and track project costs, including variations, change orders, and progress payments both upstream and downstream. * Manage the preparation and evaluation of subcontract packages, contributing to interim and final valuations. * Assist the Senior Contract Surveyor in coaching and motivating surveyors on the project. * Collaborate closely with the estimation team to review and validate Mechanical cost estimates for each project. * Collaborate with the estimation / BIM team to ensure accurate quantity take-offs and bills of quantities for Mechanical systems and installations in each project. * Review mechanical drawings and specification revisions to ensure any changes are identified. * Conduct site visits and inspections to assess work progress, validate quantities, and address any discrepancies. * Evaluate subcontractor #39;s claims and prepare reports on quantities, rates, and payment applications. * Administer the contract for each project in collaboration with the project team, ensuring compliance with contract terms and conditions. * Review and analyse contractual agreements, identifying key contractual obligations, milestones, and deliverables. * Manage the contractual correspondence, including change orders, claims, and dispute resolution, in coordination with the project team. * Collaborate with the legal / compliance team to ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements. * Maintain and implement systems for tracking labour resources and performance on Mechanical works for each project. * Monitor labour productivity, efficiency, and performance to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective measures. * Collaborate with project managers and site supervisors to gather labour-related data and analyse productivity trends. * Prepare reports on labour S/E, productivity, and performance indicators for each project individually. * Generate regular cost reports, forecasts, and cash flow projections for Mechanical works. * Maintain accurate records of all Mechanical cost-related documents, contracts, and correspondence. * Prepare and present cost reports to project stakeholders, highlighting key findings and recommendations. * Assist in the preparation of final accounts and settlement of claims. * Relevant third level qualification essential in Quantity Surveying/ Construction Economics or related field. * Experience as a Mechanical QS on large-scale construction projects. * Experience in Mechanical cost control, estimation, and quantity surveying techniques. * Proficiency in using relevant QS software and tools. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders. * Familiarity with local regulations and industry standards related to Mechanical works. Ideal candidate must have rights to work in Ireland. All applicants can expect a response after 24 hours