Johnston Fitout

Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager Office based role in Newry, BT35 6AN Company overview: Johnston Fitout , where we specialize in delivering premium commercial interiors that are innovative, sustainable, and visionary. With over 75 years of industry expertise, we are passionate about delivering bespoke spaces that inspire and enable our clients to meet their objectives efficiently. We have a dedicated and valued team that delivers traditional, contemporary, and urban chic spaces within budget and on time. We are part of the Johnston Fitout Group, known for turn-key fitout solutions. Main Duties & Responsibilities _(This is not an exhaustive list)_ Analyse drawings and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labour costs vs estimates. Take off from drawings to create BOQ for projects. All quantity surveying duties including measurements, valuation, and agreement of work sections. Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills. A dynamic individual who adapts well to change and can thrive in a rapidly growing organisation that continues to evolve. Competent in Measurement packages, Microsoft excel and word. Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments or construction manager/supervisors to discuss cost. Monitor costs from vendors or subcontractors, explore variances, managing issues in conjunction with manager, deals with cost overseas and recovery. Create cost reports on actual costs and examine estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organising and scheduling work. Prepare cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documentation at regular intervals for the duration of the project manager. Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects, or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops. Create cash flow forecasts for projects. Set up cost monitoring and reporting system and procedures. Conduct special studies to develop and establish standard hours and related cost date to be effective on cost reduction. Open to travel to site throughout Ireland and UK if required to attend site/ client meetings. Actively promote and participate in improvement groups, to improve quality, reduce costs, eliminate waste, and improve working methods, conditions and communications. Any other duties that may be assigned by your Line Manager Person Specification Qualifications & Requirements: Degree in Quantity Surveying 5+ years' experience in the Fit-out sector Experience in both pre and post contract cost management and procurement. Ambitious and motivated to progress Knowledge of the Irish and UK market MRICS advantageous Manual handling is an advantage Experience, Skills & Knowledge Strong interpersonal skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Flexible and can adapt to the challenges of a fast-paced business Commitment to delivering significant improvement to the business Ambitious and interested in self - development Must be a self-starter with good motivational and inter-personal skills Rational thinker that can improvise should the need arise Willing and able to make responsible decisions Be eligible to work in the Republic of Ireland A full clean driver's licence which will enable you to fulfil your responsibilities Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £55,000.00-£70,000.00 per year Benefits: Company events Company pension Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Experience: Quality Surveyor in Fitout: 5 years (preferred) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person