Cork, Munster, Ireland · On-site
JJ Rhatigan & Company is one of Ireland’s leading Building Contractors, with operations throughout Ireland and the UK. We are currently recruiting for a Project Quantity Surveyor to join our award-winning team in Cork. T…
Skills: Subcontract Procurement, Account Management, Cost Forecasting, Budgetary Control, Cash Flow Forecasting
Cork, Munster, Ireland · On-site
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Cork, Munster, Ireland · On-site
$35k–$45k/yr
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Cork, Munster, Ireland · On-site
Job Title: Project Manager Cork Reports To: Contracts Manager Job Summary The Project Manager is responsible for the comprehensive management of one large project or multiple sites, ensuring the effective implementation …
Skills: Project Management, Leadership, Budget Management, Contractual Management, Stakeholder Management
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The role involves managing subcontract procurement, cost forecasting, and budgetary controls for multi-million-euro construction projects. Key duties include preparing cash flows, conducting tender analyses, and managing subcontractor payments and variations.
Candidates must have a third-level degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience with a main contractor in Ireland or the UK. Experience working on projects valued at £10m or more is essential.
This role encompasses subcontract procurement and account management, forecasting of costs and values in monthly Project Reports, budgetary controls, cash flow forecasts, the preparation and valuation of progress and final payments in connection with any Contract or Subcontract. It also includes the appraisal of the value of proposed construction options and the preparation of Bills and/or Schedules of Quantities of materials, labour and services required in the construction and building, or engineering works etc.
Prepare cash flow for the project based on the Contract Programme.
Prepare cash flow for the Project based on JJR’s Target Programme.
Remeasure trade packages as required to identify any quantity errors i.e. over/under measure and to process Tender enquiries accurately.
Prepare Tender enquiry packages liaising with the Contracts Manager, Project Manager to ensure that all items are included in the package.
Select Subcontractors from JJR database or otherwise to tender the various work elements aligned with the programme and procurement schedule.
Create and use Procurement tracker to keep a trace on the status of various packages which are out to Tender. Procurement Schedule should be aligned with JJR Target Programme.
When Subcontract tenders are returned, carry out a tender analysis to ensure that a compliant and fully priced tender has been returned. Review and evaluate tenders identifying any omissions, qualifications or clarification that may be included and balance all tenders to show a like for like comparison.
Examine various alternative equal and approved materials in house and in conjunction with the relevant Subcontractor. Where appropriate, obtain alternative tender estimates in conjunction with the Contracts Manager/ Project Manager.
Carry out value engineering appraisals as required whilst coordinating with the Design Team and/or Employer in conjunction with the Contracts Manager/ Project Manager.
Compile a short list of Subcontractors and hold meetings with them to review their tender to ensure that they have understood what they have priced and have included for all necessary items.
Where necessary Quantity Surveyor to carry out Subcontractor reference checks with Quantity Surveyors in other organisations to assess/ evaluate their Health & Safety adherence, programme performance and ability to deliver, Quality/ Environmental standards, claims consciences, financial stability, resources and any other pertinent criteria.
Provide the aforesaid references to the Contracts Manager/ Project Manager for their assessment and consideration.
Prior to appointment, Quantity Surveyor to check that Subcontractors have adequate and suitable insurances, site specific safety statement, waste disposal licences where applicable for groundworks (liaise with the Safety Department), up to date tax clearance certificate, proof of compliance to CWPS pension scheme etc.
Set Subcontractor payment details up on the system including order amount etc.
Hold pre contract meetings with successful Subcontractors in conjunction with the Project Manager and issued Contract documents for signing.
Complete Subcontract Order in line with JJR Schedule of Subcontract Documents before the Subcontractor starts on site. Manage and track any Subcontractor change orders/ variations, investigate reason for same and if JJR are also entitled to an adjustment of the Contract sum. Put Collateral Warranties in place as required.
Notify Design Team of any Change Orders/ Variations and track changes on the Change Order/ Variation Schedule.
Experience in the Construction Industry is essential for this role.
Third level Degree
Minimum of 5 years +’ experience with a Main Contractor in Ireland or the UK on £10m+ projects.
Attractive terms of Employment & Competitive salary for the right candidate
Excellent Benefits
Excellent Career Progression
Opportunities to work on challenging projects and assignments.
A Competitive, Innovative, Safe and Sustainable Tier 1 Main Contractor
JJ Rhatigan & Company is one of Ireland’s leading general building contractors, with offices in Galway, Dublin, Cork, Sligo and London. With over 70 years’ experience, JJ Rhatigan & Company has established itself amongst the top building companies delivering high quality, sustainable construction projects across a range of sectors including Commercial, Retail, Hotel, Leisure, Education, Industrial, Residential, Healthcare, Pharmaceutical and Municipal. Our vast portfolio spans from traditional building contracts, new builds, fit out and renovations, to the design and build of large scale landmark developments. We are committed to "setting standards" in the industry through the speed and quality of our construction.
Offices: Fr Griffin Road, Galway, H91PW72, IE · Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Level 2, Block1, Dublin , D15 AKK1, IE · 26 Finsbury Square, London, England EC2A 1DS, GB · Baymount House, Ballincar, Sligo, F91R851, IE · 1st Floor, Building 1000, Gateway Business Park,, Old Mallow Rd, Cork T23 W9XP, IE
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