Junior Quantity Surveyor | Building Contractor | Laois

E‑Frontiers; Portlaoise; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

E‑Frontiers in Portlaoise, Laois, seeks a motivated Junior Quantity Surveyor to support its commercial team across diverse construction projects. This is ideal for a graduate or someone with some experience aiming to develop their career.

Tasked with cost estimates, tender submissions, procurement, and cost reporting, you will work with project managers and site teams. Strong numerical, Excel and Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong numerical, organisational and communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Office.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cost estimates, tender submissions and quantity take-offs.
• Obtain and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Assist with procurement, subcontractor payments and cost reporting.
• Monitor project costs and maintain accurate commercial records.
• Liaise with project managers, site teams and suppliers.

Skills

Numerical skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Junior Quantity Surveyor | Building Contractor | Laois

Salary: €40,000-€50,000 per annum, depending on experience

The Role

An established building and construction contractor is seeking a motivated Junior Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team in Portlaoise. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or an individual with some experience to develop their career across a range of construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with cost estimates, tender submissions and quantity take-offs.


• Obtain and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations.


• Assist with procurement, subcontractor payments and cost reporting.


• Monitor project costs and maintain accurate commercial records.


• Liaise with project managers, site teams and suppliers.

Requirements

• Degree or qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics.


• Strong numerical, organisational and communication skills.


• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Office.


• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.


• Previous construction experience is advantageous but not essential.

What's on Offer:

Competitive salary, hands-on experience, mentoring from experienced commercial staff and opportunities for career progression.