Senior Quantity Surveyor

Falcon Green; Leinster; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or travel allowance

Pension scheme

Company laptop and phone

Relocation assistance

CPD

Job summary

Falcon Green in Laois (Leinster) is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial delivery on major projects for a leading main contractor. The role offers hybrid working, a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

You will manage contractual and financial performance, prepare valuations and final accounts, supervise junior QS, and collaborate with procurement and clients to drive project success across residential, commercial and civil schemes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in Quantity Surveying
• Chartered or working towards SCSI chartership
• Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics
• Excellent communication, leadership and IT skills

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of construction projects from commencement through to final account
• Prepare monthly valuations, interim payment applications and final accounts
• Monitor project costs, budgets, cash flow and financial performance
• Manage subcontractor accounts, payments, valuations and commercial agreements
• Work closely with procurement teams to negotiate and appoint subcontractors
• Review contract documentation, identify risks and resolve contractual discrepancies
• Prepare accurate measurements, take-offs and cost assessments
• Manage variations, contractual claims and change control procedures
• Maintain detailed records of contractual delays and associated commercial implications
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal project teams
• Lead, mentor and support Assistant Quantity Surveyors and Junior Quantity Surveyors
• Ensure commercial targets are achieved while maintaining project quality and programme requirements

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor | Laois ( Hybrid )

Main Contractor | Competitive Salary & Excellent Benefits

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading main contractor delivering high-profile construction projects within Laois & Leinster.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven professional to take ownership of major project packages, oversee financial performance and play a key role in the successful delivery of large-scale construction projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of construction projects from commencement through to final account.
• Prepare monthly valuations, interim payment applications and final accounts.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, cash flow and financial performance.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, payments, valuations and commercial agreements.
• Work closely with procurement teams to negotiate and appoint subcontractors.
• Review contract documentation, identify risks and resolve contractual discrepancies.
• Prepare accurate measurements, take-offs and cost assessments.
• Manage variations, contractual claims and change control procedures.
• Maintain detailed records of contractual delays and associated commercial implications.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal project teams.
• Lead, mentor and support Assistant Quantity Surveyors and Junior Quantity Surveyors.
• Ensure commercial targets are achieved while maintaining project quality and programme requirements.

Requirements:

• 5+ years' experience in Quantity Surveying, preferably with a main contractor.
• Strong background in residential, commercial or civil engineering construction projects.
• Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics.
• Chartered or working towards SCSI chartership.
• Excellent knowledge of construction contracts, procurement, valuations and final accounts.
• Strong commercial awareness, negotiation and cost management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple subcontractor packages and project budgets.
• Excellent communication, leadership and IT skills.

Salary & Benefits:

• Highly competitive salary package
• Company vehicle or travel allowance
• Pension scheme
• Company laptop and phone
• Relocation assistance, where applicable
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• Excellent long-term career progression
• Additional employee wellbeing and lifestyle benefits

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established and highly regarded main contractor with a strong pipeline of projects within Leinster and a Laois base.