Senior Technical Submittals Specialist

Key Responsibilities of the Role

• Submittals Management: Lead end-to-end submittals for materials, products, systems, and mock-ups; ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with contract documents, design intent, and codes. Track approvals and resolve issues with design teams, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• RFI Review: Primary reviewer for RFIs with emphasis on technical accuracy, constructability, schedule, and budget impact; escalate complex items with clear recommendations.
• BCAR Quality and Coordination: Own BCAR quality items, ensure documentation and traceability; coordinate BCAR reviews (shop drawings, method statements, quality plans) and verify BCAR compliance during construction; support closeout and handover.
• Information Management: Maintain master submittals register; enforce version control; build libraries of technical data, certifications, test reports, and supplier manuals; standardize formats and approval workflows.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with Project Managers, Site Engineers, Design Team, BIM/VDC, Procurement, and Quality & Safety to align submittals with milestones.
• Quality Assurance: Verify contractual and regulatory compliance; partake in internal audits and client-facing reviews.
• Risk & Problem Solving: Identify conflicts or non-conformances early; propose practical, buildable solutions; monitor submittal-related risks.
• Reporting & Improvement: Provide status dashboards; contribute to process improvements for information management and quality control.
• Mentoring: Guide junior staff and remote team members; foster accuracy, accountability, and proactive communication.

Your Qualifications and Key Criteria

• Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent site experience).
• 5+ years in construction, with proven submittals, RFIs, and project coordination.
• Strong understanding of drawings, specifications, product data, and installation methods.
• Demonstrated experience with BCAR quality items and BCAR coordination.
• Proficient with document control, submittal platforms, version control; strong organisational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal skills; ability to convey technical information clearly.
• MS Office Suite; experience with construction management software and RF/RFI tracking. BIM/VDC coordination experience is advantageous.
• Certifications (Preferred): PMP, CIM, or equivalent, and/or BCAR-related training.

Location        

• Ireland