Procurement Quantity Surveyor

Overview

An expanding Irish property developer with numerous residential and mixed-use projects across Ireland seeks a Procurement Quantity Surveyor. This role offers a chance for professionals experienced in quantity surveying, estimating, procurement, or commercial construction to transition into a developer-side position, gaining comprehensive exposure to tendering, subcontractor negotiations, and procurement package management.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare detailed budget splits based on project cost plans and Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
• Extract trade packages from BOQs for subcontractor tender processes.
• Issue, manage, and respond to subcontract tender requests and inquiries.
• Coordinate with consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams during the tender phase.
• Evaluate tender submissions and generate clear, comparative commercial analyses.
• Identify potential value engineering solutions while managing tender and procurement activities.
• Negotiate financial and contractual arrangements with subcontractors and vendors.
• Prepare and distribute post-tender clarification documents and recommendation reports.
• Oversee subcontractor appointments and assist with preparation of execution documentation.
• Maintain procurement schedules to align with project timelines.
• Participate in site visits, tender meetings, and pre-award discussions alongside project teams and subcontractors.
• Collaborate with commercial and construction teams to refine procurement strategies and ensure delivery of subcontract packages.

Candidate Profile

• Background in quantity surveying, commercial construction, estimating, or procurement.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Bills of Quantities, tender procedures, and subcontract procurement practices.
• Experienced in assembling tender packages, analyzing bids, and compiling commercial comparisons.
• Sound commercial insight and effective negotiation capabilities.
• Skilled at interpreting tender bids and providing concise commercial recommendations.
• Organized with the capacity to manage multiple procurement processes simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Comfortable interacting with subcontractors, consultants, and internal teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and the wider Microsoft Office suite.
• Familiarity with estimating or construction-related software is a plus.