Senior Quantity Surveyor – Major Data Centre

Job title: Senior Quantity Surveyor – Major Data Centre
Location: Dublin, Co Dublin
Company: Specialist Data Centre Main Contractor
Package: €95,000 to €100,000 + vehicle / vehicle allowance + pension package


The Company

A specialist data centre contractor with a strong reputation for delivering large scale, technically complex construction projects across Ireland and Europe.

With a strong pipeline of data centre developments in Dublin and further projects secured across Europe, this contractor offers long term stability, well resourced project teams and the opportunity to work on major construction programmes involving civil, structural, architectural and M&E packages.


The Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor

This is a site based Senior Quantity Surveyor position on a major data centre construction project in Dublin.

You will take responsibility for the commercial management of key subcontract packages, working closely with the Commercial Manager, Project Manager and wider construction team to ensure costs are controlled, contractual obligations are met and the project is delivered within budget.

The role will involve managing procurement, subcontractor accounts, variations, cost reporting and final accounts on a technically demanding data centre project.

You will have a significant level of responsibility within the commercial team, with the opportunity to manage substantial packages from procurement through to final account.


Must Have Requirements

• Must have 7+ years' experience in Quantity Surveying with a main contractor or specialist construction contractor.
  
  
• Proven experience required in the commercial management of large scale construction projects in Ireland or the UK.
  
  
• Strong experience in subcontractor procurement, valuations, variations and final accounts is essential.
  
  
• Must have a relevant Quantity Surveying qualification or equivalent commercial construction experience.
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Previous data centre construction experience is highly desirable.
  
  
• Experience managing large M&E, CSA or specialist subcontract packages would be beneficial.
  
  
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and commercial reporting.
  
  
• Experience using Excel and construction cost management software.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial performance of subcontract packages on a major Dublin data centre project.
  
  
• Prepare tender documentation, bills of quantities, subcontract enquiries and procurement recommendations.
  
  
• Review subcontractor tender returns and negotiate commercially competitive agreements.
  
  
• Manage subcontractor appointments, valuations, payments and final accounts.
  
  
• Identify, assess and manage variations, contractual claims and commercial risks.
  
  
• Prepare accurate monthly cost reports, forecasts and financial updates.
  
  
• Monitor project expenditure against agreed budgets and identify potential cost overruns.
  
  
• Work closely with the site management, engineering and procurement teams to track progress and commercial performance.
  
  
• Maintain accurate commercial records and ensure contractual requirements are met.
  
  
• Support the Commercial Manager with project financial reporting and commercial strategy.
  
  
• Build strong working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and the wider project team.
  
  

About You

You are an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with a strong main contracting background and a proven ability to manage significant subcontract packages on major construction projects.

You understand the commercial pressures associated with large scale data centre construction, particularly where programme delivery, procurement and subcontractor coordination are critical.

You will be commercially sharp, confident negotiating with subcontractors and capable of managing costs, variations and contractual matters with minimal supervision.

Strong communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to work closely with site teams will be important in this role.



What's on Offer

Salary: €95,000 to €100,000 DOE


Benefits:

• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
  
  
• Pension contribution
  
  
• Long term project pipeline
  
  
• Career progression within a growing commercial team
  
  
• Exposure to major data centre construction projects
  
  
• Opportunity to work on technically complex construction packages
  
  

Why Apply?

This is a strong opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to secure a well paid, long term position on a major data centre development in Dublin.

With a salary of up to €100,000, vehicle or allowance and pension, the package reflects the level of commercial responsibility involved.

You will be working with an experienced project team on a substantial construction programme, with further opportunities for progression as the contractor continues to deliver data centre projects across Ireland and Europe.


How to Apply

Call Dara McKenna on 01 531 4345 or email dara@breaghrecruitment.com for a confidential discussion.


Why Breagh Recruitment?

Breagh Recruitment specialise in placing Senior Quantity Surveyors, Commercial Managers and construction commercial professionals with main contractors and specialist data centre contractors across Dublin and Ireland.

We understand the commercial demands of major data centre projects, from CSA and M&E package procurement through to cost control, subcontractor management and final accounts.

If you're a Senior Quantity Surveyor considering a move in Dublin, or a Project Quantity Surveyor ready to step into a more senior commercial role, contact Dara McKenna to discuss this position in confidence.

Related roles: Senior Quantity Surveyor, Data Centre Quantity Surveyor, Senior QS Dublin, Project Quantity Surveyor, CSA Quantity Surveyor, M&E Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Manager.

 
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