Senior Quantity Surveyor €65,000 - €80,000 per annum
About Your New Employer
- A leading construction company established in 2011, with headquarters in Cork and offices in Limerick, Killarney, and Dublin.
- The company is recognized for successfully delivering complex projects across multiple sectors, including retail, residential, pharmaceutical, public works, and refurbishments.
- The company has received multiple industry awards for excellence, including the RIAI Public Choice Award and ICE Award for Leisure & Tourism.
- The company reported a turnover of €133 million in 2024
About Your New Job
- As the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will directly report to the Quantity Surveying Director and supervise the financial aspects of construction projects to maximize profitability and efficient cost management.
- You will prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, and tender documentation for commercial projects, and conduct thorough quantity take-offs and cost planning.
- You will coordinate the procurement process—selecting subcontractors and suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring procurement policy compliance.
- You will manage construction contracts, assess variations, and ensure contractual compliance, while monitoring project costs and implementing effective cost controls.
- You will collaborate with design and construction teams on value engineering opportunities, guide junior quantity surveyors, and resolve commercial issues with clients and suppliers.
What Skills You Need
- Degree qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Surveying.
- Ideally 5+ years of commercial experience working for a main contractor with building & fitout knowledge and experience with various types of contract forms.
- Strong commercial awareness and client liaison skills.
- Extensive understanding of the civil engineering infrastructure industry and cost management.
- In-depth knowledge of construction contracts, procurement processes, and cost control.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to adapt, multitask, prioritize, and work independently or as part of a team.
- Eligible to work in Ireland and a Full EU Driving License.
What's on Offer
- 21 days annual leave, with additional leave accrued for long service.
- Company pension scheme.
- Company sick pay scheme, plus statutory and enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Wedding leave and Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Comprehensive training and development (including CPD, instructor training).
- Employee Assistance Programme and regular social/wellbeing events.
What's Next
Apply now by clicking the “Apply Now" button or call me on 0214847138 or email dmurphy@sigmar.ie to discuss this opportunity in more detail. If this role isn't quite right but you are seeking something similar, please get in touch—we have multiple permanent, temporary, and contract roles available.
