DesignBuild Search are working with a leading Engineering Contractor who specialise in the telecommunication and utility sector. Due to continued growth they now have an opening for a Quantity Surveyor to work from their West Dublin office. Scope of Projects include: Telecommunication, Power and Utilities. Minimum Hold a degree in construction economics or Quantity Surveying Minimum 5 years Civil Experience Commercial and Contractually aware Previous Irish or UK experience is essential. Roles and responsibilities. Analyse blue prints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials and labour costs vs estimates. All quantity surveying duties including measurements, valuation and agreement of work sections Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills Competent in all forms of estimating packages, Microsoft excel and word Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments or construction manager/supervisors to discuss cost. Monitor cost from vendors or subcontractors, explores variances, manging issues in conjunction with manager, deals with cost overseas and recovery. Reports on actual costs and examines estimates used by management for purpose such as planning, organising and schedule work. Prepare cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documentation at regular intervals for the duration of the project manager. Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops. Set up cost monitoring and reporting system and procedures. Conduct special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost date to be effective on cost reduction. Occasional travel will be required Skills: Quantity Surveying Cost Management Estimating Tender Finance Construction