Amy Maguire
Commercial Manager – Civil Engineering Contractor
An established civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join their team based in Mountmellick, Co. Laois.
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the commercial delivery of multiple civil engineering projects, primarily involving housing maintenance, refurbishment, residential repairs and utilities works.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor to take on a senior role, managing a team of 3–4 Quantity Surveyors and overseeing the commercial operations of a well-established contractor.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the commercial delivery of multiple civil engineering projects.
- Lead and oversee a team of 3–4 Quantity Surveyors.
- Prepare and review tenders, estimates and project pricing.
- Oversee project budgets, cost control and financial reporting.
- Manage valuations, variations, subcontractor accounts and final accounts.
- Liaise with clients, subcontractors and project teams.
- Monitor project profitability and manage commercial risks.
- Ensure projects are delivered within budget and contractual requirements.
Requirements:
- Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline.
- Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor.
- Strong background in civil engineering, utilities, maintenance or refurbishment projects.
- Experience managing Quantity Surveyors or commercial teams.
- Excellent knowledge of estimating, tendering, contracts and cost management.
- Strong commercial awareness, negotiation and client management skills.
- Ideally coming from a smaller civil engineering contractor background.
- Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.
- Full driving licence.
Salary & Benefits:
- €85,000–€100,000 DOE
- Senior management position with an established civil engineering contractor.
If you’re an experienced Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor considering your next career move in Laois, contact Amy Maguire for a confidential discussion or send your CV to a.maguire@gpcireland.com.
