Junior Quantity Surveyor

Ward Personnel; Cork; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Mentoring

Job summary

Ward Personnel in Cork city is seeking a Junior Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team. The role suits a Quantity Surveying graduate with around 1 year of post-graduate experience, offering exposure to all facets of cost control across diverse projects.

You will work with experienced professionals, developing your skills in valuations, budgeting, subcontractor accounts, and cost reporting while contributing to accurate commercial records.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Approximately 1 year post-graduate experience in a Quantity Surveying role.
• Strong numerical, commercial and analytical abilities.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office; driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project cost control and budget management.
• Support procurement activities, including subcontractor and supplier packages.
• Assist in the preparation of valuations and final accounts.
• Monitor project costs and prepare cost reports.
• Manage and track variations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review subcontractor accounts and payment applications.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and documentation.
• Liaise with project managers, site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Skills

Numerical skills

Commercial awareness

Analytical abilities

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

MS Office proficiency

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

An established construction contractor is seeking a Junior Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team based in Cork city

This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveying graduate with approximately 1 year’s post-graduate experience who is looking to develop their career within a busy and supportive construction environment. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced commercial professionals and gain exposure to all aspects of Quantity Surveying across a variety of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with project cost control and budget management.
• Support procurement activities, including subcontractor and supplier packages.
• Assist in the preparation of valuations and final accounts.
• Monitor project costs and prepare cost reports.
• Manage and track variations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review subcontractor accounts and payment applications.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and documentation.
• Liaise with project managers, site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 1 year’s post-graduate experience in a Quantity Surveying position.
• Strong numerical, commercial, and analytical skills.
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Full driving licence preferred.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring.