Quantity Surveyor – Major Pharmaceutical Project

Breagh Recruitment; Kildare; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Pension

Job summary

Irish Main Contractor seeks a Quantity Surveyor to join a major pharmaceutical project in Co Kildare. You will lead subcontractor procurement, manage valuations, and control costs, ensuring strong commercial performance across the construction programme.

You will collaborate with the Senior Quantity Surveyor, Project Manager and site team to monitor budgets, prepare interim valuations and final accounts, and report on variations and cost trends.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience as a QS on Irish construction projects.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Experience with main contractors on large-scale projects.
• Proficient in subcontractor procurement and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial aspects of assigned subcontract packages on a major pharmaceutical project in Kildare.
• Prepare and manage subcontractor procurement, tender documentation and appointments.
• Monitor project budgets, costs and financial performance.
• Prepare interim valuations, subcontractor payments and final accounts.
• Identify, assess and manage variations and additional works.
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers and project stakeholders on commercial matters.
• Support the Senior Quantity Surveyor in maintaining cost control and protecting project margins.
• Work closely with site management to monitor progress and costs.

Skills

Subcontractor procurement

Cost management

Valuations & final accounts

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Excel

CostX

Buildsoft

Job description

Quantity Surveyor – Major Pharmaceutical Project (BH-4159)

Location Kildare, Ireland Sector Building & Construction Salary 60,000.00 EU to 65,000.00 EU per annum

Job title: Quantity Surveyor – Major Pharmaceutical Project

Location: Kildare, Co Kildare

Company: Irish Main Contractor

Package: €60,000 to €65,000 + vehicle / vehicle allowance + pension

The Company

An Irish main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering large scale pharmaceutical, industrial and commercial construction projects across Ireland. With a strong pipeline of work throughout Kildare and the wider Leinster region, this contractor is known for delivering technically demanding projects to high standards of quality, safety and programme management. The company is now seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team on a major pharmaceutical construction project in Co Kildare.

The Role: Quantity Surveyor

This is a key Quantity Surveyor position working on a major pharmaceutical project in Kildare, offering the opportunity to gain experience on a technically complex development within a well structured commercial team. You will work closely with the Senior Quantity Surveyor, Project Manager and site team, taking responsibility for subcontractor procurement, cost control, valuations and commercial reporting throughout the construction programme. The role will involve managing subcontract packages, monitoring project costs and ensuring strong commercial control across the works.

Must Have Requirements

• Must have 3+ years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor on construction projects in Ireland.
• Experience working with a main contractor on large scale building or industrial construction projects is required.
• Strong understanding of subcontractor procurement, cost management and contract administration.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline required.

Preferred Experience

• Previous pharmaceutical, life sciences or industrial project experience preferred.
• Experience managing subcontract packages from procurement through to final account.
• Familiarity with Excel, CostX, Buildsoft or similar estimating and commercial software.
• Knowledge of Irish construction contracts and commercial reporting procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial aspects of assigned subcontract packages on a major pharmaceutical project in Kildare.
• Prepare and manage subcontractor procurement, tender documentation and appointments.
• Monitor project budgets, costs and financial performance throughout construction.
• Prepare interim valuations, subcontractor payments and final accounts.
• Identify, assess and manage variations and additional works.
• Work closely with the site management and engineering teams to monitor progress and costs.
• Assist with monthly cost reports, forecasts and commercial updates.
• Maintain accurate records of subcontractor accounts, payments and contractual correspondence.
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers and project stakeholders on commercial matters.
• Support the Senior Quantity Surveyor in maintaining strong cost control and protecting project margins.

About You

You are a Quantity Surveyor with a solid background in main contractor construction projects and a good understanding of commercial management. You will be comfortable managing subcontractor accounts, preparing valuations and working closely with site teams to ensure costs are monitored throughout the project. Experience on pharmaceutical or industrial construction projects would be beneficial, although Quantity Surveyors with strong commercial or large scale building experience will also be considered. You will be organised, commercially aware and confident communicating with subcontractors and senior management.

What’s on Offer

Salary: €60,000 to €65,000 DOE

Benefits

• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Pension
• Opportunity to work on a major pharmaceutical construction project
• Long term project pipeline across Kildare and Leinster
• Career progression within the commercial team

Why Apply?

This is a strong opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to gain valuable experience on a major pharmaceutical construction project in Kildare, working alongside an experienced commercial and project delivery team. The position offers a competitive salary, vehicle package and pension, alongside the opportunity to develop your commercial experience within the pharmaceutical construction sector. With a strong pipeline of projects across Leinster, there is also genuine scope for long term career progression into a Senior Quantity Surveyor position.