Role Purpose Our client, the Land Development Agency, has an exciting opportunity for a senior level Quantity Surveyor (SQS / Associate Director) to join the LDA Cost Management Team. The successful candidate will help build a dynamic, efficient, reliable, and industry-leading Cost Management Function within the Agency and support the development of the LDA's extensive development pipeline. Responsibilities include assisting with cost data harvesting, cost benchmarking, Agency cost reporting and tracking, in-depth cost analysis of all construction and development costs, and validation of cost plans from early feasibility through to construction.
The LDA is looking for candidates with strong commercial and technical acumen, ambition, and drive to progress an exciting development pipeline with project values ranging from €60m to €1bn+.
The successful candidate will play a dynamic role in the residential development sector, involved from initial site analysis and acquisition right through to management of the asset following completion of the project, with significant exposure to public procurement while working with public and private bodies. This environment will enhance the candidate's skills and knowledge across all facets of a development's life cycle while contributing to the Agency's mandate in delivering affordable homes throughout the State.
A successful candidate will actively collaborate and support colleagues and the wider LDA stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities Participation in project workshops throughout the design phases, offering cost, value for money, procurement, contract, and affordability advice.Prepare cost analysis to identify the most cost-efficient unit types, unit layouts, and building materials.Assist and lead in the co-ordination of value engineering exercises throughout various stages of projects.Liaise with project delivery teams to ensure construction budgets for upcoming developments are robust.Investigate and research innovative procurement strategies, material/product selection, modern methods of construction, and cost analysis.Develop and maintain a database of construction costs to assist ongoing development and financial appraisals.Prepare high-level feasibilities and OMCs for early-stage viability analysis.Work with LDA Development Managers and Construction Managers to develop budgets and track expenditure.Assist LDA Development Managers and Construction Managers in the management of projects on a day-to-day basis.Interface and liaise closely with external consultants retained on LDA developments.Review and assess external QS reports and cost documents.Involvement in contractor negotiations where appropriate.Attend meetings and undertake site visits.In collaboration with the LDA Asset Management Team, establish, develop, and maintain life cycle costing analyses pertaining to the asset management of LDA developments.Person Specification Minimum of 8 years' experience as a PQS / Developers QS or similar environment with demonstrable relevant experience in a senior level role.Extensive experience with cost management and procurement of residential developments.Knowledge and/or experience of public procurement is an advantage.A self-starter, able to take ownership and responsibility for project delivery.Ability to work within a team and appreciate the multi-disciplinary nature of the LDA.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Degree or Higher in Quantity Surveying.Chartered (SCSI / RICS).Understanding/working knowledge of BIM.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS Excel.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong interpersonal skills and a team player.Willingness to attend training and develop relevant knowledge, techniques, and skills.To apply: The Land Development Agency is an equal opportunities employer.
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