Quantity Surveyor (Mechanical Contractor)

Quantity Surveyor (Mechanical Contractor) – Newry, Northern Ireland. Our client is a leading provider of mechanical services across the UK and Ireland. Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + excellent benefits package. Job reference: RAQS300925.

VANRATH are recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to join a leading Mechanical Contractor based in Newry, Northern Ireland.

£40,000 - £45,000 + excellent benefits package

• Competitive salary
• Company pension
• 28 + days annual leave
• Early finish on Fridays
• Active social and charity calendar

Our client is a leading provider of mechanical services across the UK and Ireland. The company focuses on delivering top quality workmanship and professionalism, delivered by skilled, motivated and ambitious professionals. They work on a range of projects across various sectors providing mechanical services including renewables, plumbing and heating, BMS commissioning, fire protection, sanitaryware, commercial piping systems, soils, waste and rainwater.

• Manage all commercial aspects of projects, including cost control, budget management, and subcontractor management.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of projects.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks while maximising project profitability.
• Review and negotiate contracts with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Liaise with internal aftercare team to facilitate the subcontract requirement to cover the defects liability period through to payment of the final retention release.
• Monitor project financial performance and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Assist with monthly Cost and Margin Reporting reviewing current cost against original budget.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants.
• Mentor and support junior members of the commercial team.
• Ensure the optimum commercial return is achieved for all projects.
• Prepare the cost/value reconciliation reports accurately.
• Prepare and agree on interim valuations at the agreed dates to gain the best commercial advantage for the company.
• Agree on final accounts with subcontractors to maximise project margins.
• Advise on any outstanding contractual claims remaining.
• Ensure sub-contract orders are prepared in accordance with company procedure with reference to the date given on the procurement schedules in accordance with the contract program having achieved the appropriate approvals.
• Maintain control of accounts and minimise the cost of any variations.

• At least 3 years' experience working as a Quantity Surveyor
• Strong understanding of contracts and relevant regulations
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Proficiency in cost estimation and financial analysis
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
• RICS membership is desirable but not essential
• Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• A full clean UK/ROI driver license and comfortable traveling to sites

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Built Environment job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Robert Apps for a confidential discussion.