Orange Recruitment are looking for a motivated and detail-driven Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join our clients commercial team and support a range of construction projects across Wicklow.
This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career QS professional to gain hands-on experience, develop technical skills, and work closely with senior surveyors in a supportive and dynamic environment.
As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, you will play an important role in cost control, procurement, measurement, and commercial reporting.
As Graduate Quantity Surveyor, you will: Assist in the preparation of bills of quantities, take-offs, and cost estimates for ongoing and upcoming projects.
Support the procurement process by obtaining quotations, preparing tender comparisons, and assisting in awarding subcontract packages.
Track and report project costs, variations, and progress, ensuring accurate and timely commercial information is provided to senior QS staff.
Support monthly valuations, payment applications, and subcontractor payment reviews.
Maintain and organise project documentation including drawings, financial records, change logs, and correspondence.
Carry out site visits to measure works, assess progress, and gather information needed for commercial reporting.
Contribute to cost forecasting, budgeting, and risk analysis alongside senior surveyors.
Build strong working relationships with site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to support smooth project delivery.
The ideal Graduate Quantity Surveyor will have: A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or a closely related discipline (or completing final year).
Strong numerical, analytical, and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
A willingness to learn and a proactive attitude towards developing commercial and technical skills.
Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team environment.
Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word (experience with QS or estimating software is an advantage).
A solid understanding of basic construction processes and terminology (site exposure beneficial but not essential).