Graduate Quantity Surveyor (Civils)

Global Professional Consultants; Dunshaughlin; Hybrid; EUR 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Exposure to major infrastructure

Flagship Dublin Airport project

Job summary

Global Professional Consultants is seeking a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join a leading civil engineering contractor. You will work with senior commercial staff on civil and infrastructure projects across Dublin and Meath, gaining exposure to cost reporting, subcontractor accounts, and procurement.

The role offers a mix of office and site-based experience on major projects including a flagship site at Dublin Airport, and provides development opportunities within a well-established contractor.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or related construction discipline.
• 1 year’s experience in a QS role is desirable but not required.
• Full driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of project cost reports, valuations, and commercial documentation.
• Support management and administration of subcontractor accounts.
• Assist in preparation and assessment of subcontractor payment applications.
• Monitor project costs and identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Assist with variations and final accounts.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and project documentation.
• Liaise with site management, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.
• Support monthly cost reporting and forecasting processes.
• Assist with procurement activities and subcontractor packages.
• Ensure contract requirements are followed throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Numerical ability

Analytical skills

Commercial awareness

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Graduate Quantity Surveyor – Civil Engineering Projects

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or an individual with up to one year's experience to develop their career within a well-established and highly regarded contractor delivering major infrastructure projects across Dublin and surrounding areas.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior commercial staff, gaining exposure to all aspects of quantity surveying on civil engineering and infrastructure projects. The role offers a combination of office and site-based experience, supporting the delivery of projects across Dublin, Meath, with a flagship project based at Dublin Airport.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of project cost reports, valuations, and commercial documentation


• Support the management and administration of subcontractor accounts


• Assist in the preparation and assessment of subcontractor payment applications


• Monitor project costs and help identify commercial risks and opportunities


• Assist with the preparation and agreement of variations and final accounts


• Maintain accurate commercial records and project documentation


• Liaise with site management teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients


• Support monthly cost reporting and forecasting processes


• Assist with procurement activities and subcontractor packages


• Ensure commercial procedures and contractual requirements are followed throughout the project lifecycle

Requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or a related construction discipline


• Ideally 1 year's experience in a Quantity Surveying role, although candidates with relevant work placement experience gained during college will also be considered


• Previous experience within civil engineering projects is desirable


• Candidates with a general construction background will also be considered


• Strong numerical, analytical, and commercial awareness skills


• Excellent communication and organisational abilities


• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel


• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team


• Full driving licence required

What's on Offer

• Company vehicle provided


• Opportunity to work with a leading civil engineering contractor


• Exposure to large-scale and varied infrastructure projects, including Dublin Airport