Graduate Quantity Surveyor - (IRE)

Murphy; Newbridge; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Murphy in Ireland is looking for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor for site-based roles across the country with regular travel. Start date by September 2027. The role offers exposure to commercial management, cost reporting, valuations and procurement, and collaboration with the SHQE team.

You should be on track to graduate in Quantity Surveying/Construction Economics by September 2027 and hold a full driving licence; opportunities in the UK are also mentioned.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Quantity Surveying/Construction Economics (or set to graduate by September 2027)
• On route to being Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS) or equivalent.
• Full driving license.
• All roles are expected to have the relevant competency skills cards.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of commercial management for individual projects.
• Promote best practices in health, safety and environmental matters with the SHQE department.
• Assist the Senior QS and support on all commercial issues within the projects.
• Prepare internal commercial reporting and client cost documentation (valuations/payments/cost reports).
• Manage subcontract and material procurement schedules; administer subcontractor accounts and final accounts.
• Undertake contract administration including change management and risk analysis.
• Assist with cost control, cash flow and margin improvement on projects.
• Attend client engagement events and contribute to business improvement initiatives.

Skills

Construction Experience

Contract knowledge

MS Office

Communication skills

Civil Engineering

Estimating & takeoffs

Problem solving

Self development

Teamwork

Education

Quantity Surveying/Construction Economics degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Role: Graduate Quantity Surveyor - Ireland

Start date: By September 2027

Additional information: Site-based role with regular travel across the Ireland

As an international business we also have opportunities available in the UK.

About Us

Murphy is a leading international, multi-disciplined engineering and construction company founded in 1951 that improves life by delivering world‑class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, the USA, Australia and New Zealand Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation, water, energy and natural resources. We also have a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Plant; Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services and Electrical Services. Murphy employs more than 4,700 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, we work as ‘One Murphy’ by directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success.

Key Responsibilities And Duties

• Delivery of Commercial Management Services for individual projects.
• Establish and promote best practice in health, safety and environmental matters in conjunction with the SHQE department.
• To provide assistance to the Senior QS, and support on all commercial issues within the Project(s).

Team Working

• Encourage and develop a culture of commercial awareness within the team.
• Ensure the site team adheres to group procedures and governance.
• Delegation of appropriate work to junior staff, whilst maintaining accountability.

Commercial Service Delivery

• Preparation of internal commercial reporting and any other reports which may be required.
• Preparation of Valuations/Application for payment with full supporting documentation in accordance with the contract.
• Preparation of Cost Reports to the Client with contractually compliant supporting documentation.
• Preparation and management of subcontract and material procurement schedules.
• Administration of subcontractor/supplier accounts from the preparation of detailed requisitions, monitoring and authorisation of subcontract payments through to agreement of final accounts.
• Undertake the contract administration, including change management and maintain associated registers.
• Identifying commercial risks, opportunities, value engineering and change.
• Challenge & manage in cost control / cost mitigation.
• Ensure the correct site records are maintained.
• Implement a WBS structure to satisfy the Client & Contract requirements.
• Assist with preparation of the Cost to Complete and Risk analysis Register for the projects(s).
• Preparation of change events, extension of time claims, final accounts etc.
• Measurement of quantities in accordance with the standard methods of measurement as required.
• Ensure appropriate Client Management is initiated and maintained.
• Helping to maximise the cash position, including WIP control, cash flow production & improvement plans.
• Maintain / assist in the production of the margin improvement plan on the project.
• Undertake any other work as required of you by your line manager.

Corporate Development

• Attend client engagement events for equivalent level customer feedback.
• Involvement in Business Improvement Initiatives.

Note:

In addition to these functions personnel are required to carry out such other duties as may be reasonably required in order to support the objectives of the Group/Company/ Operational Unit

Entry Requirements

• Degree qualification in Quantity Surveying/Construction Economics (or set to graduate by September 2027)
• On route to being Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS) or equivalent.
• Full driving license.
• All roles are expected to have the relevant competency skills cards.

Skills / Experience

• Construction Experience (desirable)
• Commercially astute. Excellent knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract and Standard Methods of Measurement.
• Computer literate with strong skills in Microsoft Office Applications (Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint).
• Good communication skills including presentations and ability to negotiate and persuade others.
• Civil Engineering and Steel Structures.
• Experience in estimating and takeoffs (desirable).
• Problem solving skills
• Personal ownership your development
• Team working skills

Additional Requirements

• You need a full Irish driving licence due to the locations of projects.
• Eligible to work in the Ireland with a valid work permit if applicable. Please note, we do not provide sponsorship.
• To provide you with the best development opportunities we may ask you to work away from your home location within the Ireland during your 2-year programme.

Our Recruitment Process

• Application including a CV
• Online interview
• In-person interview

About Murphy

Murphy is formally recognised as a sector leading employer, Platinum Investors In People accredited. At Murphy, we are incredibly proud of our diverse workforce. Not only do our people represent over 60 different nationalities, but they also represent a wide range of backgrounds, ethnicities and ages.

Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in Ireland.