Job Description
Quantity Surveyor - Roofing & Cladding (Data Centre Project)
Location: Austria
Contract Duration: 6 months
Salary: Negotiable based on experience
We are looking for a quantity surveyor for a specialist contractor in roofing and cladding, currently delivering high-profile projects in the data centre sector. We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the team on a major data centre project in Austria for an initial 6-month contract.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on a critical infrastructure project in a fast-growing industry, managing costs, variations, and commercial aspects of specialist roofing and cladding installations in a high-tech environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare and manage cost estimates, and tender documentation for roofing and cladding packages.
• Conduct interim valuations, variations, and final account settlements.
• Monitor project costs, track progress against budget, and identify/provide commercial solutions for risks and opportunities.
• Liaise with project managers, subcontractors, clients, and site teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and contract compliance.
• Handle claims, change orders, and commercial negotiations in a data centre construction setting (high emphasis on quality, timeline, and precision).
• Ensure compliance with Austrian/ EU construction standards, health & safety regulations, and project specifications.
Essential Requirements:
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field (or equivalent professional qualification).
• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in construction, ideally with specialist knowledge of roofing, cladding, facade systems, or industrial/commercial envelopes.
• Experience on data centre, hyperscale, or high-tech construction projects is highly advantageous (or similar fast-track, mission-critical builds).
• Strong commercial acumen, with excellent numerical, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in relevant software and understanding of construction contracts
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)
• Right to work in the EU/ Austria - must hold EU citizenship, or existing valid Austrian/EU work permit/residence permit (no sponsorship available for this short-term role).
Desirable:
• Membership or working towards chartership with RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors), CIOB, or equivalent professional body.
• Previous experience on large-scale industrial or data centre projects in Europe.
• Knowledge of Austrian construction regulations and procurement practices.
This is a hands-on, site-based/ contract role with potential for extension based on project needs. We offer a supportive team environment and the chance to contribute to cutting-edge data centre infrastructure.
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