Quantity Surveyor

ICDS (UK) Ltd; Dublin; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ICDS (UK) Ltd is seeking a Mid-Level Quantity Surveyor for a data centre project in West Dublin. This role involves working with multidisciplinary teams on major data centre developments, supporting commercial delivery, and managing project costs.

The ideal candidate will have 3–7 years of experience in Quantity Surveying, with a strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial awareness. This position offers opportunities for professional development in a fast-paced project environment.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in Quantity Surveying within construction or engineering fields.
• Experience managing project costs, subcontractors, and contract administration.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, valuations, and variations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project teams across major data centre developments.
• Support the commercial delivery of Mechanical, Electrical, and CSA project packages.
• Prepare cost plans and support cost monitoring throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Quantity Surveying experience

Strong commercial awareness

Stakeholder management skills

Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental systems

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

Mid-Level Quantity Surveyor

Data Centre Project in West Dublin

Your day-to-day will include:

• Working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary project team across major data centre developments.
• Supporting the commercial delivery of Mechanical, Electrical, and CSA (Civil, Structural & Architectural) project packages.
• Taking ownership of assigned work scopes and delivering tasks to a high professional standard.
• Measuring from drawings and isometrics to produce detailed and accurate bills of quantities, including labour and material assessments.
• Preparing construction take-offs, cost plans, and supporting cost monitoring throughout the project lifecycle.
• Tracking project costs, labour hours, variations, and earned-value progress.
• Assisting with monthly valuations, cost reports, certifications, and cash flow forecasts.
• Preparing subcontractor assessments, payment certificates, and pay‑less notices in line with Construction Act requirements.
• Supporting the procurement and commercial management of subcontract packages through to final account.
• Working closely with project delivery, engineering, procurement, and commercial teams to support successful project execution.
• Supporting risk management activities and helping protect the business from commercial exposure.
• Continuing to develop technical and commercial knowledge across Quantity Surveying, MEP, and CSA disciplines.

What our client is looking for:

• 3–7 years of Quantity Surveying experience within construction, engineering, infrastructure, or mission‑critical projects.
• Strong commercial awareness with experience managing project costs, subcontractors, and contract administration.
• Experience within data centres, large‑scale construction, infrastructure, or industrial projects is highly desirable.
• Mechanical & Electrical project experience is advantageous; however, our client will also consider candidates with Civils / CSA (Civil, Structural & Architectural) experience.
• Good understanding of construction contracts, valuations, variations, and cost reporting.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental systems.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline preferred.

Behaviours & Attitudes Required:

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• Accountability and ownership of responsibilities.
• Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness.
• Ability to work effectively within a fast‑paced project environment and contribute positively within a team setting.