Junior Quantity Surveyor

i-Recruit (Ireland); Navan; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A client of ours is seeking a motivated Junior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Navan, Northern Ireland. This role offers a chance to develop skills within the road maintenance sector, focusing on bituminous and tar surfacing works. You will receive comprehensive training from experienced professionals, assisting with managing finances, preparing budgets, and ensuring compliance with standards. Ideal for an ambitious candidate eager to contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the QS team in managing financial and contractual aspects of projects.
• Support preparation of cost estimates, budgets, and tender documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams, contractors, and suppliers for project delivery.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or Civil Engineering

Job description

Our client is seeking a motivated and eagerJunior Quantity Surveyor to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate looking to develop their career in quantity surveying within the road maintenance sector, with a strong focus on bituminous and tar surfacing works. The successful candidate will receive comprehensive on-the-job training and mentoring from experienced QS professionals, gaining a solid foundation in commercial management, procurement, and framework contract procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the QS team in managing the financial and contractual aspects of road maintenance projects

• Support the preparation of cost estimates, budgets, and tender documentation

• Help oversee procurement activities and ensure supplier and subcontractor compliance

• Maintain accurate records of suppliers and subcontractors

• Participate in tendering and quoting processes under supervision

• Monitor project costs and assist with preparation of progress and cost reports

• Collaborate with internal teams, contractors, and suppliers to support timely project delivery

• Learn to identify and assess commercial risks under guidance

• Ensure compliance with EHSQ standards and company policies

• Assist with pre-submission quality and compliance checks

• Provide support to invoicing teams by preparing accurate commercial data

• Participate in market analysis and post-tender reviews to improve pricing strategies

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the QS team

Requirements

• A relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline (degree, diploma, or equivalent)

• A keen interest in road maintenance and civil engineering projects, particularly bituminous and tar surfacing works

• Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail

• Good communication and teamwork abilities

• Willingness to learn and develop commercially focused skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

• Previous experience or internships in quantity surveying or construction is advantageous

Why apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious junior professional looking to kick-start their career in quantity surveying within the road maintenance and civil engineering sector. Our client is committed to investing in your growth, providing comprehensive on-the-job training and mentoring from an experienced QS team. You’ll gain hands-on experience working on key projects involving bituminous and tar surfacing, building a strong foundation in commercial management, procurement, and compliance.

If you’re commercially minded, detail-oriented, and ready to contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects, we’d love to hear from you.Please feel free to apply and to get in touch with our friendly team!