Quantity Surveyor- Competitive Salary- Newry, Northern Ireland

The Role

Are you confident managing project costs while keeping quality and timelines firmly on track? Can you spot commercial risks early and turn them into opportunities? If so, this Quantity Surveyor opportunity could be the next step in your career.

As part of our continued growth, McGuinness Mechanical is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial team in Newry.

You will oversee the commercial performance of mechanical projects from start to finish. You will manage costs, review contracts and make sure every decision supports both quality delivery and strong margins.

You will play a central role in keeping our projects commercially sound, well organised and profitable, while working alongside experienced engineers and project managers who value teamwork and straight talking.

Ready to put your skills to work? Apply today and let’s start the conversation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage budgets, costs and subcontractor accounts.
• Prepare valuations, cost/value reconciliations and final accounts.
• Review and negotiate contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Track financial performance and provide clear reports to management.
• Control variations and minimise unnecessary spend.
• Support defect liability and retention processes with the aftercare team.
• Build strong working relationships with stakeholders.
• Guide and support junior commercial staff.

The Company

McGuinness Mechanical Engineering Ltd (MGME) is a founder led business & a leading provider of mechanical services & solutions across Ireland. MGME have regional offices strategically located in Newry, Co. Down & Donabate, Co. Dublin.

The business has experienced rapid growth in recent years, with continued expansion planned to support development in line with the evolving construction industry and its associated standards. This growth has been achieved through the development of a highly professional workforce across site operations, management, and business support functions within our HQ and regional offices. MGME promotes a culture of upskilling, succession planning, sustainability, and employee wellbeing.

The Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Company pension
• 30 days annual leave (inclusive of ROI bank holidays)
• Early finish on Fridays
• Active social and charity events
• Long-term, permanent role with clear progression

The Person

• 3–5 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor
• Strong knowledge of contracts and regulations
• Confident with cost planning and financial reporting
• Clear communicator and skilled negotiator
• Organised, practical and solutions-focused
• RICS membership desirable
• Full clean UK/ROI driving licence and happy to travel to sites

Contact information

Niamh Matthews