Graduate Quantity Surveyors

Dornan Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Dornan Group invites applications for its Quantity Surveying Graduate Programme, with placements on projects in Dublin or Mainland Europe. The programme combines live project responsibility with structured training, mentorship and guidance, aimed at developing leadership and professional growth.

Your day-to-day includes cost control, detailed bills of quantities, variation costs, progress/cost reporting, and collaborating with senior management across projects to track costs and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Quantity Surveying degree or related discipline at Level 8 is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Pre-contract cost control and documentation.
• Producing fully priced and detailed bills of quantities, labour hours and materials for the complete project life cycle.
• Preparing costs for variations.
• Producing progress and cost reports when requested.
• Reporting to senior management on progression of projects.
• Involvement in cost plans, tracking labour costs and efficiency throughout projects.
• Dealing with clients, contractors etc in a professional manner.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Quantity Surveying Degree or related discipline (Level 8)

Job description

We are now inviting applications for our Quantity Surveying Graduate Programme.

Successful candidates will be placed on projects in Dublin or Mainland Europe.

The Dornan Quantity Surveying Development programme allows participants to take on responsibility on live projects, developing skills and knowledge through structured training, mentorship and guidance. It increases the individual's motivation to perform their job to the best of their ability and grow into a great leader. Our development programme aims to push participants out of their comfort zone and into a phase of learning and growth.

Your day to day will include:

• Pre-contract cost control and documentation.
• Producing fully priced and detailed bills of quantities, labour hours and materials for the complete project life cycle.
• Preparing costs for variations.
• Producing progress and cost reports when requested.
• Reporting to senior management on progression of projects.
• Involvement in cost plans, tracking labour costs and efficiency throughout projects.
• Dealing with clients, contractors etc in a professional manner.

What we are looking for:

• Quantity Surveying Degree or related discipline (Level 8).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Women @ Dornan: Our W@D Network through mentorship,development, and advocacy empowers women and promotes a more forward thinking construction industry.

Dornan Strava Club: employees can take part in fitness challenges, build connections across the business, and contribute to monthly charitable giving initiatives.

Be Yourself: We want everyone at Dornan tofeel welcome, valued, and supported. By embracing different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, we create an environment where people can be themselves, grow their careers, and thrive.