Quantity Surveyor

ROSS; Dublin; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Leadership role on high-value projects

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Shape commercial strategy

Job summary

ROSS Construction Ireland seeks a Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial delivery on high-profile Dublin projects. You will own costs from pre-contract through final account, shaping budgets and procurement strategies within a growing team.

The role requires strong contract knowledge, budgeting, negotiation and leadership to drive value and risk management across multiple simultaneous projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field and professional registration preferred.
• Proven experience in commercial management within construction.
• Strong knowledge of contracts, materials and regulations.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial management from pre-contract to final account.
• Develop, control and report project budgets and forecasts.
• Negotiate contracts, variations and final accounts.
• Identify commercial risks and maintain programme targets.

Skills

Budgeting

Contract knowledge

Negotiation

Communication

Leadership

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

RICS/CIOB membership

Job description

Quantity Surveyor – Lead Commercial Delivery on High-Profile Projects

ROSS Construction Ireland is an ambitious and growing construction business delivering high-quality residential, commercial, and industrial projects across Ireland. With a strong pipeline and continued expansion, we are now seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our Dublin team and play a key role in driving commercial performance across our projects.

This is a leadership opportunity for a commercially focused professional who wants to take ownership of projects from pre-contract through to final account while contributing to the continued growth of the business.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Leadership role on high-value building projects
• Clear progression opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Opportunity to shape commercial strategy within a growing company

Quantity Key Responsibilities

Commercial & Financial Management

• Manage projects commercially from pre-contract through to final account
• Develop, control, and report on project budgets and forecasts
• Negotiate contracts, variations, and final accounts
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks while maintaining programme targets

Estimating & Tendering

• Prepare and review detailed cost estimates from drawings and specifications
• Lead competitive tender submissions and procurement processes
• Assess subcontractor and supplier quotations for accuracy and value
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost efficiencies

  Procurement & Cost Control

  • Manage subcontractor and supplier procurement from enquiry to award
  • Maintain cost databases and ensure financial accuracy
  • Monitor project expenditure and implement cost-control measures

  Client & Team Leadership

  • Act as the primary commercial contact for clients
  • Provide guidance on cost planning and procurement strategy
  • Lead and mentor junior commercial team members
  • Foster strong working relationships across project teams

  Ideal Quantity Surveyor Qualifications & Experience:

  • Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline
  • Professional membership (RICS, CIOB or equivalent) preferred
  • Proven experience in commercial management within the construction sector
  • Strong knowledge of contracts, materials, and regulations
  • Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment