Denis is a highly respected Director of Quantity Surveying and co-founder of Pivotal International, bringing over 20 years of professional experience to the forefront of cost consultancy and project delivery. A Chartered Quantity Surveyor and Fellow of both the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI) and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), Denis is widely regarded for his expertise in delivering commercially sound, client-focused solutions across a broad range of sectors.

Before establishing Pivotal International, Denis held a senior leadership position as Director within a large multidisciplinary public limited company, where he played a pivotal role in the strategic and operational development of the quantity surveying function within the Irish market. His leadership helped shape major infrastructure and building projects, delivering significant value to both public and private sector clients.

Denis’s professional journey has seen him work across Ireland and Australia, providing him with a broad international perspective and a deep understanding of diverse construction practices, regulatory environments and procurement models. His ability to navigate these complexities with precision and foresight has made him a trusted advisor on high-stakes projects involving both new build and refurbishment works.

With a portfolio that spans education, healthcare, residential, commercial, civic infrastructure and social housing, Denis has worked with an impressive array of clients including the Office of Public Works, Department of Education & Skills, Dublin City Council, Property Management Providers, Medical Groups and Approved Housing Bodies. His mix of public and private sector experience enables him to offer well-rounded, pragmatic insights and to manage projects that require careful balancing of stakeholder interests, budget constraints and regulatory compliance.

Denis is known for his strategic thinking, meticulous financial oversight and commitment to sustainable development. He is currently overseeing the financial management of the first two passive schools in Ireland, a milestone achievement that reflects his dedication to integrating environmental performance with financial responsibility. His interest in sustainability and long-term value creation informs his approach to cost planning, procurement, and lifecycle analysis – ensuring that economic, environmental, and social considerations are fully embedded in project delivery.

A strong communicator and collaborative leader, Denis is hands-on in managing teams, mentoring emerging professionals, and ensuring that client expectations are not only met but exceeded. His proactive, data-driven approach to cost control, value engineering, and risk mitigation consistently supports the successful delivery of high-quality, on-budget outcomes across a diverse range of projects.

As Director of Quantity Surveying at Pivotal International, Denis continues to shape the firm’s strategic direction while championing innovation, integrity and excellence in cost consultancy. His leadership is fundamental to the delivery of complex capital programmes, making him a key figure in the advancement of high-performance, cost-conscious and sustainable built environments across Ireland and beyond.