Una Merriman
About Una Merriman
Una Merriman is a Commercial and Project Manager with extensive experience in quantity surveying and project management, currently working at Arup in London and the Office of Public Works in Dublin.
Title and Professional Designations
Una Merriman holds the title of Commercial and Project Manager. She is a member of both the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (MSCSI) and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS). These designations highlight her qualifications and expertise in quantity surveying and commercial management.
Current Role at Office of Public Works
Since 2019, Una Merriman has been serving as the Head of Quantity Surveying at the Office of Public Works in Dublin, Ireland. In this role, she manages various surveying projects, ensuring they adhere to quality standards and are completed efficiently.
Current Role at Arup
Una Merriman has been working at Arup as a Commercial and Project Manager since 2011. This role is based in London, United Kingdom. At Arup, she oversees commercial aspects of projects, including budget management, cost control, and contract negotiations.
Previous Roles in Quantity Surveying and Project Management
Una Merriman has extensive experience in quantity surveying and project management. She worked at Pierse Contracting as a Senior Civils Surveyor from 2008 to 2010 in Dublin. Prior to that, she was a Senior Project Manager and Quantity Surveyor at DB McCrystal & Co from 2007 to 2008. Her earlier roles include Senior Quantity Surveyor at Daniel McCrystal & Co (2000-2004), Commercial Manager at Carillion (1998-2000), and Project Surveyor at MDA Consulting Ltd. (1997-1998).
Education and Academic Background
Una Merriman has a robust academic background. She earned a Master of Business Administration from the University of Reading, completing her studies between 1998 and 2003. Additionally, she has a Bachelor of Science degree from TU Dublin Computer Science, achieved from 1987 to 1991. Merriman also attended Trinity Business School, earning another Bachelor’s degree in science in the same period.