Quantity Surveyor (Property Department)
About the Role
We are recruiting a strategic and proactive Quantity Surveyor (QS) to join our Property Team. This remote role will support the delivery of value-focused property services for our residential care facilities across Ireland. The successful candidate will play a central role in driving cost efficiency, managing financial risk, supporting sustainability efforts, and improving procurement practices across our portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Cost Management & Value Optimisation
- Assess and negotiate tenders, quotations, and contractor variations.
- Lead value engineering reviews to identify cost-effective alternatives without compromising care standards.
- Conduct lifecycle cost analyses for both capital works and ongoing maintenance needs.
- Track and manage budgets across multiple projects using cost data and forecasting tools.
Procurement & Contract Strategy
- Develop and implement a procurement strategy for regularly used materials and services.
- Standardise vendor contracts and specifications for commonly repeated work.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing and bulk purchasing.
- Benchmark contractor rates and services to ensure competitiveness.
Digital Tools & Data-Driven Insights
- Implement cost tracking and reporting systems to support real-time visibility and control.
- Analyse cost trends to support long-term planning and budget setting.
- Build dashboards or reports for internal stakeholders to aid decision-making.
Sustainability & Energy Efficiency
- Support the integration of green building practices and materials.
- Analyse return on investment (ROI) for energy-efficient systems and retrofits.
- Identify available grants or incentives for sustainable construction or upgrades.
Supplier & Contractor Performance Management
- Monitor and evaluate contractor performance in terms of cost, quality, and delivery.
- Establish preferred supplier frameworks and lead periodic reviews.
- Foster strong, value-driven relationships with suppliers and service providers.
Internal Training & Knowledge Sharing
- Provide guidance to internal teams on cost awareness, contract principles, and scope definition.
- Act as the subject matter expert on all cost and procurement-related matters within the property department.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline.
- Minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience, ideally in residential, healthcare, or facilities-based sectors.
- Strong knowledge of Irish construction regulations, tendering, and procurement practices.
- Proficient in cost management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Familiarity with building lifecycle planning and sustainability principles is a plus.
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and remotely with minimal supervision.
Key Competencies
- Strategic and analytical thinking
- Strong financial and commercial acumen
- Confidence in negotiation and supplier engagement
- Detail-oriented and organised
- Committed to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing
Expected Impact
- Achieve 10–30% savings on property-related expenditures
- Improve accuracy of cost forecasting and risk mitigation
- Reduce costly change orders and emergency repairs through better planning
- Enhance contractor accountability and long-term value through performance tracking
- Advance organisational sustainability goals with cost-efficient solutions
- Build internal capability in cost and procurement literacy
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