John Paul Construction is an international technical contractor specialising in the data centre, life sciences, residential, and commercial sectors. This Irish-owned and managed business directly employs over 700 people and delivers projects across Ireland, the United Kingdom and mainland Europe.

The company’s performance across safety and sustainability was recognised during 2025 in receiving the Green Construction Award at the 2025 Green Awards, along with a Gold Award and an Exceptional High Achiever Award at the National Irish Safety Awards. The company also received the President’s Award from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents. In the same year, John Paul Construction was also certified as a 'Great Place to Work'®.

Due to continued expansion we require a Commercial Manager in Dublin.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare monthly, interim, and final valuations, applications for payment, reconciliations of valuations and costs, and amounts for contracts, sub-contractors, specialists, and suppliers
Provide necessary information to enable accurate and regular review of cash flow and contract positions
In conjunction with the Procurement Manager, place sub-contracts on work under their control, where required
Conduct detailed examination of contract documents and highlight any anomalies
Prepare, submit, and agree interim and final valuation dates with client representatives
Prepare all necessary take-offs in advance of requirements from the Estimating, Procurement, and Planning departments
Prepare contract final accounts for each completed section of the works, including all adjustments, and submit and agree with client representatives
Carefully record all details involving contractual delays
Manage and coach contract surveyors, assistant surveyors, and junior surveyors reporting to them

Requirements

10+ years’ experience, preferably with a main contractor
Previous project experience in construction/civil engineering / infrastructure
Chartered or working towards chartership with the Society of Chartered Surveyors (SCS)
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent IT skills

As a permanent employee of John Paul Construction, you will benefit from:

Competitive salary
Company vehicle or travel allowance
Relocation allowance (where applicable)
Company laptop and phone
Pension
Life insurance and income protection
Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
Access to lifestyle benefits such as the Bike to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Sports & Social Club, and more

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe in fostering a work environment where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, and are given the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Seniority Level
Industry

Construction

Employment Type
Skills

Cash Flow
Communication
Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP)
Construction
Final Accounts
Engineering
Take-offs
Interpersonal Communication
Valuation
Civil Engineer

MEP Commercial Manager

Benefits

Job Description