Quantity Surveyor

Who are we?

At Vertiv, we build products that keep critical technologies running 24/7. We are proud we were the first to protect mainframes with precision cooling systems. We were the first to introduce an integrated enclosure system to distributed networks. We help some of the largest names in the industry bring new capacity online faster and at a lower cost when search and social media increase demand for storage and computing. Our portfolio spans power, thermal and infrastructure management products, software and solutions, and is complemented by a network of nearly 250 service centers worldwide. 

We are now looking for a Quantity Surveyor  to join our team in Burnfoot, Co. Donegal, Ireland!

Vertiv are seeking to recruit an ambitious and motivated Quantity Surveyor to join its Commercial Department. Ideally with Electrical and / or Mechanical experience, the Quantity Surveyor will report to the Senior Commercial Manager and Commercial Director, will be expected to hold a degree in a relevant subject and will be required to have excellent oral and written communication skills.  

What kind of work will you be doing?  

• Taking ownership of all commercial aspects of several projects.
• Identifying and pricing of all variations as and when they occur.
• Sending out tender enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers ensuring value for money is achieved at all times.
• Checking measured quantities in pricing documents against drawings and other tender documents.
• Inputting data to pricing documents.
• Measurement of sub-contract elements and submission of monthly payment applications to clients.
• Assisting the commercial team to ensure that all contractual entitlements are submitted and recovered from clients.
• Cost analysis and reviews of sub-contractor/supplier costings.
• Liaising with clients regarding the proper valuation of variations and completed works.
• Working closely with the commercial and engineering teams to deliver value for money, control budgets and assess value engineering opportunities.
• Logging and reporting of all variations.
• Improve and implement best practice commercial processes and accurate budgeting.
• Liaise with engineering teams to ensure compliance with all contractual requirements and providing advice and monitoring of same.

What will make you successful?

• Minimum 5 Years’ experience in Quantity Surveying roles in a Construction/Engineering business, preferably with Mechanical and / or Electrical experience.
• Degree level education within Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Commercial Management or a similar field.
• Self-motivated with an ability to build strong working relationships.
• Some level of legal awareness and competence in assessing contract documents and contract requirements.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Functional working knowledge of ERP systems. 
• Excellent IT skills. 

If YOU  are the person we are looking for, feel free to apply and let's start drafting your future career in a healthy and growing environment.