Senior Quantity Surveyor - Tier 1 Contractor
Posted Aug 7, 2025, Dublin South, Permanent (Full-time)
Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor, Location: Dublin, Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent, Sector: Construction, Salary: Competitive, DOE
About the Employer: A leading construction contractor with a long-standing reputation for successfully delivering complex and high-value projects is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its expanding commercial team. Operating across a wide range of sectors—including Data Centres, Pharma/Life Sciences, Industrial, Healthcare, Commercial & Retail, Fitout, Residential, Tourism & Leisure, Public Infrastructure, Transport, Energy/Renewables, and Civil Engineering—the company is known for its collaborative approach, technical excellence, and continuous improvement culture.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced QS to take ownership of major projects and contribute to the strategic growth of a forward-thinking organisation.
Role Overview: As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the full commercial management of construction projects from pre-contract through to final account. You will lead cost planning, procurement, contract administration, and financial reporting, while mentoring junior team members and liaising with key stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the preparation of budgets, cost plans, and tender documentation
* Oversee procurement strategies and manage subcontractor packages
* Administer contracts, variations, and claims in line with best practice
* Monitor and report on project financial performance and risk
* Provide commercial input into project planning and delivery
* Liaise with clients, consultants, and internal teams to ensure alignment
* Mentor and support junior quantity surveyors within the team
Requirements:
* Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
* Minimum 7 years’ experience in a QS role, with at least 3 years at senior level
* Strong knowledge of construction contracts (e.g., RIAI, NEC, FIDIC)
* Excellent commercial acumen, negotiation, and leadership skills
* Proficiency in cost management software (e.g., CostX, Buildsoft, Excel)
* Full driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites
What’s on Offer:
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunity to work on high-profile, technically challenging projects
* Supportive and innovative team culture
* Clear path for career progression and leadership development
* Exposure to a wide range of sectors and project types
To apply, please contact Allan Daly on 0863889426 or apply online.
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