Technical Advisor

About the Role

As one of Ireland’s most progressive and people-focused building consultancies, we are strengthening our project delivery team with an experienced Technical Advisor , Quality Assurance and Quality Control Contracts Manager/Project Manager or Independent Tester , to support the successful delivery of high-quality construction and engineering projects across multiple sectors. ORS delivers professional services across commercial, residential, healthcare, industrial, and mixed-use developments nationwide.

This role will focus on project co-ordination, quality assurance, quality control, technical advisory, contract administration, and compliance management throughout all stages of project delivery, co-ordinating ORS internal multi-disciplinary teams in the provision of quality assurance, quality control and technical advisory services across a range of Projects.

The successful candidate will work closely with clients, contractors, consultants, and site teams to ensure works are delivered in accordance with specifications, contractual obligations, regulatory standards, and project quality expectations.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in driving construction quality, improving project delivery standards, and contributing to technically challenging and high-profile developments.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) processes across multiple construction and engineering projects

Carry out/Co-ordinate technical due diligence design reviews, report design non-compliances and risks, workshop with design team to develop most suitable design solution for client requirements

Monitor project compliance with specifications, contractual requirements, and quality standards

Carry out site inspections, benchmark reviews, technical submittal reviews, audits, and quality reviews throughout project delivery

Review and collate quality documentation, and handover records

Coordinate with clients, contractors, consultants, and project teams to resolve quality and compliance issues

Support contract administration activities including documentation review, change management, and reporting

Chair meetings and record minutes, for both internal and external stakeholder meetings

Issue monthly progress reports

Ensure works are delivered in line with relevant regulations, standards, and client requirements

Monitor construction progress and identify risks relating to quality, programme, and contractual performance

Maintain accurate project records, reports, and quality tracking systems

Provide leadership, guidance, and continuous improvement support across project teams

Essential Requirements

Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Building Surveying, or a related discipline

The ideal candidate has assigned certifier status with technical advisor experience within their remit

Strong experience in Design Management, Project Management, Contract Management, or construction project delivery

Strong experience in a quality assurance, quality control and technical advisory role would be advantageous

Excellent understanding of construction quality standards, specifications, and compliance processes

Significant on-site experience with strong knowledge of construction methodologies and sequencing

Experience managing project documentation, inspections, and contractor coordination

Strong understanding of construction contracts and contract administration procedures

Excellent communication, reporting, and stakeholder management skills

Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail

Proactive and collaborative approach to project delivery

Desirable Requirements

Chartered status or progression toward professional accreditation

Experience working on commercial, residential, healthcare, or industrial developments

Familiarity with BCAR processes and construction compliance requirements

Knowledge of commissioning, testing, and handover procedures

Experience using digital QA/QC or project management platforms

Leadership or team management experience

Experience working as an Independent Tester on Residential Projects.

What We Can Offer You

Being part of ORS means more than just a job, it means joining a company that invests in you and your ambitions with transparency, structure and support.

We are delighted to offer a suite of benefits when you join ORS, which include:

Competitive salary

Performance-related bonus

Pension scheme with matching contributions

Remote-first hybrid model – use your home as a base and any of our office locations as you see fit

Work from abroad

Flexible working hours

Access to over 60 health disciplines through our Kara Connect Platform

Continuous Professional development (CPD) programme & funding

Paid maternity, paternity and fertility leave

Company and birthday annual leave days

Death in Service benefit

Tax saver - travel and bike to work

Culture, social, wellness and CPD committees

Talent Development Programmes

Access to leading career coach

About ORS

ORS is a world-class multidisciplinary building consultancy with more than 30 years of delivering technical excellence across the built environment. Our mission is simple but powerful: We endeavour to make the lives of our team, clients, partners and communities happier and better in the ways that really matter every single day.

Don’t just take our word for it! ORS has won numerous awards, recognising our Great Place to Work culture.

Ranked 27th Best Small & Medium Workplace in Europe, Great Place to Work 2026

Winner of Best Workplace for Remote & Distributed Teams, Workplace Excellence Awards 2026

Winner of HR Team of the Year, Workplace Excellence Awards 2026

Winner of Best Workplace for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Workplace Excellence Awards 2026

Winner of Consultancy Firm of the Year, Irish Design & Build Awards 2026

Winner of Engineering Consultancy of the Year, Engineering Excellence Awards 2025

Winner of Graduate Programme of the Year, Engineering Excellence Awards 2025

Winner of Best Company to Work For, Irish Design & Build Awards 2024 & 2025

Top 3 Medium-Sized Company, Great Place to Work Awards 2025

Best Workplace for Health & Wellbeing, Great Place to Work 2025

Silver Accreditation, Investors in Diversity 2025

Winner of Best People Development of the Year, Engineering Excellence Awards 2024

Winner of Recruitment & Retention Strategy, Workplace Excellence Awards 2024

Great Place to Work Certified consecutively since 2017

Engineers Ireland CPD Accredited since 2017

ORS is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture. We foster a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects and supports their individual strengths and experiences.