Quantity Surveying Graduate

Rycroft, AB; Dublin; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Demo Data Ltd . invites applications for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to support cost planning, procurement, and commercial reporting across residential developments.

You will work with the commercial and project teams to gain practical experience and progress into a Quantity Surveyor role. Ideal candidates are recent grads in Quantity Surveying or related fields, with strong numeracy and attention to detail, and a passion for residential development and cost control.

Qualifications

• Recent or upcoming graduate in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics or a related discipline.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel between project locations desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cost estimates, budgets and cost plans for residential developments.
• Carry out measurement and quantity take-offs from drawings and specifications.
• Support preparation of tender packages for subcontractors and suppliers.
• Review quotations, prepare tender comparisons and identify best value.
• Assist with subcontractor procurement and subcontract documentation.
• Assist with assessing subcontractor payments and prepare payment recommendations.
• Support valuations and monthly cost reports.
• Identify and value variations to the scope of works.
• Monitor project expenditure and forecast costs with the project QS.
• Maintain accurate commercial records (orders, variations, payments).
• Attend site and commercial meetings and follow up on actions.
• Liaise with site, design, finance and purchasing teams to support delivery.
• Assist with final accounts for subcontractors.
• Develop understanding of contracts, risks and cost control.
• Participate in training and development throughout the graduate programme.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Residential development interest

Education

Quantity Surveying / Construction Economics degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Graduate Quantity Surveyor will support the commercial management of Rycroft’s residential developments, gaining practical experience in cost planning, procurement, valuations, financial reporting and contract administration. Working alongside the commercial and project teams, the graduate will develop the skills needed to progress into a Quantity Surveyor role.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing cost estimates, budgets and cost plans for residential developments.
• Carry out measurement and quantity take-offs from drawings and specifications.
• Support the preparation of tender packages for subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assist with reviewing quotations, preparing tender comparisons and identifying best value.
• Support the procurement of subcontractors and preparation of subcontract documentation.
• Assist with assessing subcontractor payment applications and preparing payment recommendations.
• Support the preparation of valuations and monthly cost reports.
• Help identify, measure and value variations to the agreed scope of works.
• Monitor project expenditure, commitments and forecast costs alongside the project Quantity Surveyor.
• Maintain accurate commercial records, including orders, variations and payment documentation.
• Attend site and commercial meetings, record actions and follow up on assigned tasks.
• Liaise with site, design, finance and purchasing teams to support project delivery.
• Assist with the preparation and agreement of subcontractor final accounts.
• Develop an understanding of construction contracts, commercial risks and cost control.
• Participate in training, mentoring and development activities throughout the graduate programme.

Qualifications and Experience

• A recent or upcoming graduate in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics or a related discipline.
• A full driving licence and willingness to travel between project locations are desirable.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Good attention to detail and an organised approach to work.
• Clear communication and a collaborative approach.
• A willingness to learn, ask questions and take responsibility.
• An interest in residential development and the commercial aspects of construction.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and a willingness to learn estimating and commercial management systems.

About us

The Demo Data Ltd . is a fictional company created by Personio to familiarise you with our software.