Senior Quantity Surveyor

L.J.B & Co. Construction Recruitment

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Data Centre Project (Dublin 15, Ireland)
€110,000 – €115,000 + Bonus + Pension + Healthcare + Career Progression

An experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor is required to join a major data centre construction project in Dublin 15. This is a senior, site-based commercial role with responsibility for the full commercial lifecycle of the project, from procurement and cost control through to final accounts and client engagement.

You will act as a key commercial lead on a technically complex, fast-paced data centre build, working closely with the Project Director, construction teams, and subcontractors to ensure commercial performance, contractual compliance, and successful project delivery.

This role offers long-term project stability in Ireland, exposure to large-scale mission-critical infrastructure, and clear progression opportunities within a growing data centre delivery business.

Key Responsibilities

* Take full commercial ownership of assigned work packages from tender through to final account

* Measure works from drawings, specifications, and site records and apply appropriate rates

* Lead procurement activities, including tendering, subcontract negotiation, and contract award

* Manage the project budget in line with direction from the Project Director

* Prepare accurate monthly cost reports, forecasts, and cash flow projections

* Administer subcontractor accounts, including interim valuations, variations, and final account agreements

* Manage and maintain effective client commercial relationships

* Attend and lead monthly commercial meetings with clients and subcontractors

* Identify, prepare, and submit claims, variations, and contractual notices in line with contract requirements

* Document and manage all cost changes to project scope

* Resolve commercial disputes professionally and efficiently

* Support commercial strategy and provide guidance to junior members of the commercial team

* Ensure all commercial documentation is maintained in line with internal procedures and audit requirements

Requirements

* Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline

* 8+ years’ experience in a Senior Quantity Surveyor or similar role

* Strong background in large-scale construction projects (data centres, MEP, commercial, pharmaceutical, or industrial projects preferred)

* Proven experience managing complex subcontract packages and project budgets

* Strong understanding of contract administration and change management

* Excellent commercial awareness with strong negotiation skills

* Highly organised, analytical, and detail-oriented

* Strong communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with clients and senior stakeholders

* Previous data centre experience is highly advantageous but not essential

Package & Benefits

* €110,000 – €115,000 (DOE)

* Performance-related bonus

* Pension scheme

* Private healthcare

* Long-term career progression and development support

* Opportunity to work on one of Ireland’s flagship data centre developments

* Stable, long-term project pipeline across Ireland and Europe

* Collaborative, professional team environment