MEP Quantity Surveyor

MEP Quantity Surveyor

Designer Group is a leading international mechanical & electrical provider specialising in turnkey packages for the design, supply, and installation of M&E services. Headquartered in Dublin, we work with some of the world's largest multinational companies and our common purpose is delivering ambitious, innovative and sustainable engineering solutions, building client partnerships that bear testament to the standards we uphold.

Our people are the foundation of our continued growth across all client sectors. We invest in our people and have a philosophy of continuous professional development. This investment has produced an innovative and passionate team that deliver projects for our clients safely, efficiently and to the highest standards in the industry. Our approach to everything we do is underpinned by our Values of:

Safe

Trust

Respect

Challenge

Deliver

The Role

We are seeking an ambitious Quantity Surveyor to join our project delivery team and support the commercial management of a range of construction projects. Based on site and working under the guidance of the Senior Quantity Surveyor, the successful candidate will assist in the day-to-day commercial administration of projects, including managing subcontractor accounts, assessing and agreeing subcontractor valuations and variations, and monitoring project costs. The role will involve reviewing variation submissions from subcontractors, compiling and pricing variations for submission to the client, undertaking site inspections to verify works completed, and ensuring that installed works are accurately recorded for commercial purposes. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated Quantity Surveyor to further develop their commercial, contractual, and project management skills within a fast-paced construction environment while working closely with both site and client teams.

This role will be within the Building Services division and will be site based in the Dublin area.

Your Key Responsibilities as Quantity Surveyor

• Manage and administer subcontractor accounts, including the assessment and agreement of applications for payment and final accounts.
• Review, assess, and negotiate variation submissions received from subcontractors, ensuring they are accurately valued and contractually compliant.
• Assist in the preparation, pricing, and compilation of client variation submissions in accordance with contract requirements.
• Undertake regular site inspections to verify progress and ensure that installed works align with recorded quantities and commercial assessments.
• Support the preparation of monthly valuations, cost reports, and commercial forecasts for assigned projects.
• Maintain accurate records of variations, subcontractor claims, site instructions, and other commercial documentation.
• Liaise with site management teams, subcontractors, and client representatives to resolve commercial issues and ensure timely agreement of project accounts.
• Work under the guidance of the Senior Quantity Surveyor to identify commercial risks and opportunities, while supporting the successful financial delivery of projects.