Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years
To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects.
To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.
To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.
To work with the best.
Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations

About Kirby Group Engineering
Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK, Europe and South Africa, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

Project Quantity Surveyor | Data Centre Project | Milan, Italy

Some projects help build careers. Others define them.

If you're a Project Quantity Surveyor looking to work on one of Europe's most advanced data centre developments, this is an opportunity to join a business that continues to set the standard for complex engineering project delivery across the continent.

Kirby Group Engineering is seeking an ambitious and commercially astute Project Quantity Surveyor to join a flagship data centre project in Milan. You'll play a key role in managing the commercial performance of the project from early delivery stages through to final account, working alongside experienced commercial, operational and project delivery teams.

This is a role for someone who enjoys taking ownership, influencing commercial outcomes and being part of a team delivering critical infrastructure at the highest level.

Who Are Kirby Group Engineering?

Kirby Group Engineering is one of Europe's leading mechanical and electrical engineering contractors, delivering large-scale projects across the data centre, life sciences, industrial and energy sectors.

With more than 60 years of experience and operations across Ireland, the UK and mainland Europe, Kirby has built a reputation for delivering technically complex projects safely, efficiently and to exceptional quality standards.

Joining Kirby means becoming part of a business that offers:

• Industry-leading data centre project exposure

• Career progression across multiple European markets

• Investment in professional development and mentoring

• A strong and collaborative company culture

• Long-term project stability and growth opportunities

• The opportunity to work alongside some of the industry's best commercial and operational professionals

The Role

As Project Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for maximising the commercial performance of the project while ensuring contractual obligations are effectively managed.

Working closely with the Commercial Manager and project delivery teams, you will oversee cost control, subcontractor management, valuations, forecasting, reporting and change management throughout the project lifecycle.

This is a hands-on role where your commercial judgement, attention to detail and ability to build strong relationships will directly contribute to project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage commercial aspects of the project from procurement through to final account

• Prepare budgets, cost reports, forecasts, BOQs and profit plans

• Produce accurate commercial reporting and provide detailed project updates to senior stakeholders

• Manage subcontractor procurement, valuations, payments and final accounts

• Ensure all subcontractor accounts are administered in accordance with agreed contractual terms

• Prepare and submit interim valuations, applications for payment and final account submissions

• Manage remeasurement activities, variations, compensation events, dayworks and change orders

• Identify and commercially manage project change throughout the construction lifecycle

• Monitor labour and material cost movements and identify potential commercial impacts

• Support contract administration and ensure compliance with client requirements

• Work closely with planning and project teams to ensure accurate progress reporting and forecasting

• Maintain accurate cost records and commercial documentation

• Identify commercial risks and ensure they are escalated appropriately with recommended mitigation strategies

• Support negotiations with clients, consultants and subcontractors as required

• Assist in driving cash flow performance and commercial outcomes across the project

• Contribute to project reviews, forecasting exercises and commercial strategy discussions

What We're Looking For

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Project Quantity Surveyor within construction, engineering, MEP or data centre environments

• Strong understanding of contract administration and commercial management processes

• Experience managing subcontractor accounts and payment applications

• Knowledge of variations, claims, final accounts and change management procedures

• Strong commercial awareness and financial acumen

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a project team

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

• Experience on large-scale data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial or mission-critical projects would be highly advantageous

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work on a landmark data centre project in Milan

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Structured career development and progression opportunities

• Exposure to major international clients and projects

• Ongoing professional and leadership development

• Supportive and collaborative working environment

• Long-term opportunities within a rapidly growing European business

Interested?

If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, develop your commercial expertise and contribute to the successful delivery of one of Europe's most significant data centre projects, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Kirby Group Engineering and be part of a team delivering the infrastructure that powers the digital world.

For more information on this role, or other Construction / Engineering opportunities across Ireland, the UK, Europe, or South Africa please review our careers page (Vacancies - Kirby Group Careers) or contact the Talent Acquisition Team at Kirby Group in confidence on +353 (0)1 454 0411.

Kirby Group Engineering is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.

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