Intermediate Quantity Surveyor

Conack; Wicklow; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

Pension Scheme

Company Phone & Laptop

Career progression opportunities

Exposure to large-scale, multi-discip

Job summary

Conack is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our commercial team on a major Wicklow/South Dublin project. You will own the commercial management from pre-construction through final account, working with an ambitious team across residential, commercial, healthcare and industrial developments.

Key responsibilities include budgeting, interim valuations, subcontractor procurement, variations and final accounts, and monthly reports.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or a related discipline.
• 2–3 years' experience in a Quantity Surveying role within the construction industry.
• Experience on residential, commercial, healthcare, or industrial projects in Ireland.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial management.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of construction projects from start to completion
• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost plans, and forecasts
• Measure and value subcontractor works and prepare interim valuations
• Procure subcontractors and manage tendering process
• Assess, negotiate, and finalise variations and accounts
• Monitor project costs and identify value opportunities
• Prepare monthly commercial reports for senior management
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Site Teams and Clients to ensure delivery
• Maintain accurate commercial documentation throughout the project lifecycle
• Support safe delivery, on programme and within budget

Skills

Contract management

Budgeting

Valuations

Subcontractor management

Cost forecasting

Excel proficiency

Negotiation

Communication

Ireland project experience

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Commercial management software

Job description

Join Conack, one of Ireland’s fastest-growing construction companies, delivering award-winning projects across multiple sectors.

We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our commercial team, supporting a major construction project based in Wicklow and South Dublin, what a way to start the new year!

This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile residential, commercial, healthcare, and industrial developments, taking ownership of the commercial management of projects from pre-construction through to final account while working with an ambitious and growing team.

What You’ll Do

• Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of construction projects from start to completion
• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost plans, and financial forecasts
• Measure and value subcontractor works and prepare interim valuations
• Procure subcontractors and manage the tendering process
• Assess, negotiate, and agree variations and final accounts
• Monitor project costs and identify opportunities to maximise value and control expenditure
• Prepare monthly commercial reports and forecasts for senior management
• Work closely with Project Managers, Site Teams, and Clients to support successful project delivery
• Ensure all commercial documentation is maintained accurately throughout the project lifecycle
• Support the delivery of projects safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or a related discipline
• 2–3 years' experience in a Quantity Surveying role within the construction industry
• Experience working on residential, commercial, healthcare, or industrial construction projects
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial management
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and organisational abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and commercial management software
• Experience delivering construction projects in Ireland

What You’ll Get

• Company Vehicle
• Pension Scheme
• Company Phone & Laptop
• Career progression opportunities
• Exposure to large-scale, multidisciplinary construction projects
• Work with one of Ireland’s leading construction firms