Job Title: Senior Mechanical Quantity Surveyor
Location: Groningen, North Netherlands
About the Company:
A leading Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation contractor with a strong presence in Ireland, Mainland Europe, and the UK, currently engaged in projects across various sectors, including Pharmaceutical, Data Centre, Healthcare, Education, Commercial, and Power Generation.
Job Description:
We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic team for a major Hyperscale Data Centre project in Groningen. You will work within a supportive and ambitious team, where your ideas and contributions will be valued. This role reports directly to the Commercial Lead for the project.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Validate tender documents following the award of the project with the Project Manager/Director.
- Assist in the preparation of project CCS by analysing tender and project requirements.
- Prepare cash flow projections by analysing the timing of billings and costs.
- Compile monthly reports in accordance with the company’s standard procedures.
- Conduct site measurements with the Construction and Planning Teams as required by contractual procedures.
- Ensure the timely submission of claims and notices in line with contract provisions.
- Identify and highlight areas of concern related to contract costs, sales, and contributions.
- Attend monthly commercial and subcontractor meetings.
- Draft pre- and post-contract correspondence in consultation with the Project Manager/Director.
- Determine if material purchases are within scope or constitute variations to the budget.
- Manage client invoicing, including submission of invoices and tracking of payments.
- Administer payments to subcontractors and suppliers by reviewing submissions against their contracts.
- Collaborate closely with the Financial Department on project reporting and financial matters.
- Resolve disputes related to client and subcontractor issues.
- Prepare reports on commercial and contractual issues for Project and Commercial Managers.
- Monitor site procurement through regular reporting.
Qualifications:
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Construction Management, or a related field.
- 5-10 years of experience in Quantity Surveying within the construction industry.
- Working towards chartership or professional Quantity Surveying certification is desirable.
- Strong knowledge of Mechanical Systems.
- Experience with Data Centre projects is advantageous but not essential.
Why Join Us?
You will be part of a dedicated and ambitious team, benefiting from a supportive company culture that values your ideas and contributions. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact on a high-profile project, we encourage you to apply.
Role Purpose:
The Electrical Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing various contracts to ensure maximum commercial benefit for the company, covering the entire project lifecycle from tender stage through to final accounts and all associated duties in between.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work collaboratively with the project team to manage different stages of projects, including budgeting, reporting, developing Bills of Quantities (BOQs), and profit planning.
- Communicate effectively and lead interim commercial meetings with the client and internal project team. Provide detailed reports to the Project Manager on the commercial status of the project.
- Manage subcontractor accounts, including interim valuations and final accounts. Ensure payment certificates are processed, and payments are made in line with agreed sub-contract and procurement terms, including retentions as specified.
- Administer contract obligations and address additional client requirements as part of the commercial team. Issue interim and final accounts, and progress applications in accordance with project and contract requirements. Ensure monthly applications include accurate remeasures, site changes, dayworks, and any applicable contract claims. Identify and address escalations in materials or labour as necessary.
- Identify potential commercial risks and promptly report them to Senior Management. Follow Senior Management’s direction in undertaking work duties.
- Understand scheduling and its commercial implications. Work closely with the Planning Engineer to ensure accurate progress reporting.
- Cost and agree on daily work changes, including managing subcontractor remeasurement of contract works, site dayworks, and site change orders.
- Maintain accurate records and provide detailed backup to support commercial tracking and costing.
- Demonstrate the ability to work independently, prioritize tasks effectively, and maintain speed and accuracy in delivering information.
- Negotiate with clients or their representatives as necessary.
- Exhibit enthusiasm, loyalty, and a strong work ethic in the performance of all duties.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 4+ years of quantity surveying experience on electrical projects.
- 3rd level qualification in Construction Economics or Quantity Surveying, ideally coupled with a technical background as an Electrician or Electrical Engineer.
- Experience working on electrical projects valued in excess of €4 million within the data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial, or commercial sectors.
- Proficiency in Excel.
- Detailed knowledge of commercial management and the Quantity Surveyor role within construction.
- Understanding of contract conditions and their applications.
- Strong understanding of the business, client, and subcontractor relationships, and installations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong record-keeping and administration skills.
- Process-driven and focused on Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS), and Quality Work Management Systems and Processes.
This job specification provides an overview of the key responsibilities and requirements for the role of Electrical Quantity Surveyor. The successful candidate will have a strong commercial acumen, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Role: Commercial Manager
Location: Frankfurt, Germany
Project: Data Center Project
Our client is a dedicated Data Centre Construction company providing turnkey solutions to our clients,
headquartered in Dublin and delivering throughout Europe. They specialise in providing Turnkey Data
Centre Solutions, providing services from design, through to construction across the full range of civil,
structural, architectural, mechanical and electrical services as well as commissioning.
As an engineering focused organisation, they have grown to become one of the leading and most trusted
companies in their sector.
We are pleased to announce that we are currently seeking a talented and experienced Commercial
Manager to join our team.
Responsibilities
- Review all Tender and Post Tender Submissions with Senior Management
- Commercial Handover Meetings from Estimating to Site Team
- Establish Project Budgets and Margins and agree Budget Codes with Accounts and Procurement
Depts
- Recruitment, development and expansion of existing Commercial team
- Reviewing Contract Conditions for new Projects
- Review Standard Sub-Contract Packages currently in use across various European Countries
- Overview of sub-contractor current workload and capacity prior to appointment
- Due diligence on all new sub-contractors and suppliers and standardisation of all Sub-Contractor
appointments
- Final Approval of Purchase Orders prior to issue and agreement of payment terms with supply chain
- Standardisation of Payment Certification and Invoicing across all projects
- Implementation of Cost Reporting Structure against Project Budgets
- Ensuring Project Commercial Trackers are kept updated and producing Monthly Cashflow and
Margin Reports
- Administration of Open Book, Provisional and Lump Sum Packages Agreements and overview of
contractual disputes
Requirements
- Relevant third level degree qualification in Quantity Surveying
- 10+ years’ experience on large construction sites.
- Flexibility in working patterns where necessary.
- Strong communication & computer skills,
- Data centre experience would be advantageous
We have an exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveying graduate, or a related degree programme graduate to come and join us. The roles will be based across a variety of live construction projects in Europe.
Our graduate programme is a year long during which time we’ll nurture and develop both your behavioral and technical skills. You’ll have a chance to work across different projects and gain exposure to departments of our business, building technical knowledge and industry experience. You must be available to start by September 2024.
What you’ll be doing
- Review Project Documents (Scope of Works, Drawings, Specifications, Bill of Quantities, Programmes)
- Raise Event Notices citing relevant Contractual Clauses
- Draft Change Orders/ Variations for instructed works
- Manage the Clients Change Account and Schedule
- Impact Construction Programmes to value Extension of Time Claims
- Prepare and submit monthly Application for Payments to the Client
- Assess Subcontract Payment Applications and produce Payment Certificates
- Input to Cashflow Forecasts and monthly CVR (Cost Value Reconciliation)
- Build strong relationships with the Client and Subcontractors respective Commercial Teams
What we can offer you
- Attractive salary
- EAP
- Holidays plus bank holidays based on country of work increasing with length of service
- Holiday purchasing scheme
- Regular social activities
What we’re looking for
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar
- A strong knowledge of the Quantity Surveyor role and responsibilities
Essential and Desirable Skills
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Ability to prioritise and manage several tasks or projects to deadline and / or budget
- Team player, who has the ability to self-start and work independently with good attention to detail
- Commercially aware and financially astute
Location: Project Based in Stockley Park.
Role Overview:
We are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor (SQS) to lead the commercial management of this high-profile utilities project. Reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the project’s success. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to stepup into an SQS role, offering the chance to take ownership of key responsibilities and manage a Junior Quantity Surveyor (JQS).
We are currently seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor (SQS) for a significant new tender involving the
connection of a Data Centre via 11.5 km of 12 MVA electrical supply. This project has an initial Pre-Construction Services Agreement (PSCA) valued at £500k, with the potential total project value ranging
between £10 – £18 million.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and mentor a Junior Quantity Surveyor, fostering their development and ensuring team
efficiency.
- Oversee all commercial aspects of the project, ensuring financial targets are met.
- Lead the procurement process, ensuring the selection of high-quality subcontractors.
- Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting.
- Prepare and present regular commercial reports to senior management, highlighting key project
metrics.
Candidate Profile:
- Proven experience in leading teams, with the ability to provide strong examples during the
interview.
- Ideal for a candidate ready to step up into a Senior Quantity Surveyor role.
- Open to candidates from Civils and Utilities sectors.
- Minimum of 5 years of commercial experience.
- Relevant qualifications in Quantity Surveying, Construction, or related field