M&E Quantity Surveyor

M&E Quantity Surveyor – Building Services / Pharma & Industrial Projects
Waterford
Leading Irish Engineering & Process Contractor delivering complex turnkey projects
€75,000 – €90,000  Package

The Company
This established engineering and process contractor is a recognised leader in delivering high-value mechanical and electrical projects across Ireland and Europe. With a strong presence in pharmaceutical, life sciences, data centre and industrial sectors, the company has built a reputation for delivering complex projects to the highest standards of quality, safety and efficiency.

Based in Waterford, the business continues to expand with a strong pipeline of secured work. Their focus on technical excellence, innovation and long-term client partnerships makes them a preferred contractor across multiple high-growth sectors.

The Role – Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor
This is a senior commercial position within the organisation, taking responsibility for the full financial and contractual management of M&E packages on large-scale construction projects. You will lead the commercial function on projects, ensuring robust cost control, accurate reporting and effective risk management throughout the project lifecycle.

Working closely with senior project stakeholders, you will influence commercial strategy, support project delivery teams and ensure that all M&E works are delivered in line with budget, programme and contractual obligations.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing all commercial aspects of mechanical and electrical packages from pre-construction through to final account
• Leading the preparation and management of detailed cost plans, budgets and bills of quantities
• Managing tender processes, subcontractor procurement and commercial negotiations
• Monitoring project costs, variations and valuations to ensure accurate and proactive financial control
• Preparing and presenting detailed cost reports, cash flow forecasts and cost-to-complete analysis
• Managing and mentoring junior commercial team members where required
• Administering contracts, ensuring compliance with all commercial and contractual requirements
• Managing subcontractor accounts, payments and final account agreements
• Identifying and mitigating commercial risks while maximising project opportunities
• Supporting value engineering initiatives and contributing to overall project efficiency

About You

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• 5 years’ experience in a Quantity Surveying role with strong exposure to M&E or building services projects
• Proven track record managing commercial aspects of large-scale construction or engineering projects
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems within sectors such as pharma, industrial, data centres or commercial builds
• Excellent knowledge of construction contracts, procurement strategies and cost control processes
• Proficient in cost management software and advanced Excel skills
• Strong leadership, communication and negotiation skills
• Commercially astute with the ability to influence project outcomes and drive performance

What’s on Offer
Salary: €75,000 – €90,000 (DOE)
Benefits:

• Vehicle or travel allowance
• Performance-related bonus
• Pension contribution
• Ongoing CPD and clear career progression pathway
• Exposure to large-scale, high-value M&E and industrial projects
• Supportive and high-performing commercial team environment

Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to step into a senior role with a contractor delivering some of the most technically demanding projects in Ireland. You will play a key role in shaping commercial outcomes while working alongside experienced project teams on high-profile builds.

With a strong project pipeline and continued business growth, this position offers long-term stability, career progression and the chance to further develop your expertise within the M&E and building services sector.

How to Apply
If you’re interested in this role, please send your CV to ryan@breaghrecruitment.com or call  for a confidential discussion.

Why Breagh Recruitment?
At Breagh Recruitment, we specialise in placing Senior M&E Quantity Surveyors, Mechanical Quantity Surveyors and Electrical Quantity Surveyors across the building services and construction sectors. We work with leading contractors delivering projects in pharma, data centres, healthcare and industrial sectors, ensuring you are matched with roles that align with your experience and career goals.


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