Job summary

Job Title: Civil Quantity Surveyor
Location: Kilkenny, Ireland
Salary: €70,000 - €90,000

Key skills required for this role

Data Centre, Civil Quantity Surveyor

Important

Data Centre, Civil Quantity Surveyor

Job description

Job Title Quantity Surveyor
Location Kilkenny, Ireland

Salary £70 000 - £90 000 per annum
Work Opportunity Permanent

Introduction

As a Civil Quantity Surveyor, you'll lead cost management for major civil and groundworks projects, collaborating with project management, procurement, and engineering teams to drive financial success. Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and career growth opportunities within a fast-growing international business. Work on high-profile, innovative projects in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment.

What will I be doing?

• Cost Estimating & Tendering - Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for civil works, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness.
• Procurement & Contract Management - Lead the procurement process for civil packages, including creating bills of quantities and contract documentation.
• Budget & Financial Control - Manage project budgets from start to finish, keeping a close eye on financials and providing accurate forecasts.
• Subcontractor & Change Management - Oversee subcontractor accounts, assess progress claims, and manage changes to the project scope.
• Reporting & Risk Management - Produce commercial reports, track project progress, identify risks, and find opportunities to save costs.

What do I need to succeed?

To thrive in this role, you'll need a degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field, along with experience in a similar role, ideally within civil or modular construction. You should have a strong understanding of various construction contracts and procurement methods. Proficiency in cost estimation software and Microsoft Excel is essential, with experience in tools like Cubit or CostX being a bonus. You'll also need the flexibility to travel to project sites across Ireland and mainland Europe as needed.

What's my next step?

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you - please click the apply button and we'll be in touch shortly to discuss next steps.