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Achieving Career Mobility for Quantity Surveyors
The U.S. needs cost-management expertise for significant incoming construction projects, and quantity surveyors fit the bill. But do you already have one on your payroll?
By Padraig Leahy
May 28, 2024
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by Padraig Leahy
Padraig Leahy is vice president at Linesight and a chartered quantity surveyor (MRICS) with over 30 years of experience in the construction industry. Having worked for international construction companies in various locations, including the UK, Ireland, the Caribbean, Canada and the USA, he has experience in multiple sectors, including data centers, commercial, infrastructure, power generation and oil and gas. His diverse background gives him a comprehensive understanding of preconstruction and post-contract management.
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