Our Client the Land Development Agency (LDA) is a commercial, semi-State body that seeks to maximise the supply of affordable homes on public and other land in a financially sustainable manner, supporting the creation of thriving communities and delivering ongoing positive social impact. It is overseen by an independent board of directors and is funded with €5 billion of equity capital committed by the Government. It is also permitted to borrow up to €1.25bn

The LDA has commenced construction on a number of projects on State land and has a delivery pipeline in excess of 17,000 homes. It also works in partnership with the country’s largest and most experienced homebuilders and will deliver a further 8,000 homes under the Government’s Project Tosaigh initiative.

Additionally, the LDA is working on large-scale longer-term strategic areas by master-planning and bringing forward planning applications in locations such as Limerick Colbert Quarter, the Digital Hub in Dublin and Sandy Road in Galway.

Role Purpose

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Cost Management Team and to support the development of the LDA’s extensive development pipeline, one of the most significant development pipelines in the history of the state.

The role will involve being the primary cost management point of contact for the LDA Asset Management team, supporting and assisting the team whilst also collaborating with multiple other business functions including Strategic Planning & Master Planning, Property, Construction, Land Acquisition and Investment.

The LDA are looking for candidates with strong commercial and technical acumen experience in the residential sector in a construction or operations related capacity with the ambition and drive to progress the development pipeline, with project values ranging from €60m to €1bn+ and to join an organisation that will soon be the largest landlord in the state.

You will have the opportunity to challenge to norm and work with a progressive, innovative, and professional team, developing the cost management systems required for life cycle management of the LDA build assets, all whilst accelerating your career progression.

Key Responsibilities

Working with and supporting the Asset Management Team. Providing expert advice on cost and assisting with developing the Asset Management cost systems and structure and linking this structure in with the overall Business.
In collaboration with the LDA Asset Management Team, leading in the co-ordination of cost and value exercises of various elements of the building structure and systems over their life cycle to facilitate design decisions.
In collaboration with the LDA Asset Management Team establish, develop and maintain life cycle costing analyses and database.
Liaising with project delivery teams on specification, providing life cycle cost advice.
Investigation and research into innovative material and product selection, the underlying supply chain, together with specific life cycle cost analysis.
Work with Asset Managers, Building Technical Service, Development Managers and Construction Managers to understand specifications and building systems.
Assisting the Asset Management Team as required in the financial management of projects on a day- to- day basis including, but not limited to establishing hold costs budgets, procurement of external service providers, cash flow forecasting, establish maintenance and refurbishment budgets.
Assisting with Capital Allowances calculations.
Maintain and update annually the LDA Insurance Reinstatement Valuation database. Including liaising with external consultants as required.
Attend meetings and undertake site visits.
Provide input into LDA standard typology designs and standard details.

Person Specification

Minimum of 8 years’ experience as a PQS / Developers QS or similar environment with demonstrable relevant experience in a senior level role. Candidates should at least be at an experienced SQS level and comfortable engaging with senior management internally and of external bodies.
Extensive experience with cost management and procurement of residential developments.
Knowledge and/or experience of public procurement is an advantage.
A self-starter, ability to take ownership and responsibility for the delivery of major projects and tasks.
Ability to work within a team and to appreciate the multi-disciplinary nature of the LDA.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across both internal and external functional teams.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with clarity of delivery.
Degree or Higher in Quantity Surveying.
Chartered (SCSI / RICS).
Understanding/working knowledge of BIM.
Microsoft Office Suite, with particular emphasis on strong MS Excel abilities.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal skills, presentation skills and a team player
Willingness to attend training and to develop relevant knowledge, techniques, and skills.

The Land Development Agency (LDA) is an equal opportunities employer. They are committed to promote and support a diverse and inclusive workforce, and they endeavour to provide reasonable accommodation.

Closing date for applications is the 11th April 2025 at 5pm.

To Apply:

Please apply to the LDA’s Careers webpage linked here: Careers - lda

Should you have any queries, forward any questions to [email protected]

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