Senior Quantity Surveyor

highr; Leinster; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Career progression

Benefits package

Job summary

Highr Recruitment is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a well established residential developer based in County Laois, Ireland. You will take ownership of commercial management of multiple residential projects and work closely with senior management and site teams.

The successful candidate will have at least 7 years of QS experience, a degree in Quantity Surveying, and a proven track record in Ireland's residential sector.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years' experience in Quantity Surveying, preferably residential.
• Proven experience delivering residential projects in Ireland.
• Strong knowledge of contracts, procurement, and cost management.
• Proven ability to manage subcontractor accounts and final accounts.
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation/communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong organizational and financial reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and financial aspects of residential construction projects from commencement through to final account.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, cost reports, forecasts and cash flow.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, tender evaluation, contract negotiations and appointments.
• Prepare and assess interim valuations, variations, payment applications and final accounts.
• Identify commercial risks and implement cost-control measures.
• Monitor project profitability and provide financial reporting to senior management.
• Work with Project Managers, Site Managers and subcontractors to deliver within budget.
• Manage contractual matters and ensure compliance with contract terms.
• Support and mentor junior members of the commercial team.
• Identify opportunities to improve commercial performance and maximise value.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Cost management

Financial reporting

Subcontractor accounting

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Residential Construction

Location: Co. Laois, Ireland

Salary: €85,000–€100,000 DOE + Benefits Package

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Sector: Residential Construction

Highr Recruitment is currently recruiting an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor on behalf of an established and growing residential construction company based in County Laois.

Our client has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality residential developments and is seeking an experienced commercial professional to join its expanding team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Senior Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of the commercial management of residential projects, working closely with senior management and site teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and financial aspects of residential construction projects from commencement through to final account.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, cost reports, forecasts and cash flow.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, tender evaluation, contract negotiations and appointments.
• Prepare and assess interim valuations, variations, payment applications and final accounts.
• Identify commercial risks and implement effective cost-control measures.
• Monitor project profitability and provide accurate financial reporting to senior management.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers and subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered within budget.
• Manage contractual matters and ensure compliance with agreed contract terms.
• Support and mentor junior members of the commercial team.
• Identify opportunities to improve commercial performance and maximise project value.

Candidate Requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years' experience in Quantity Surveying, ideally with a residential developer or main contractor.
• Strong experience delivering residential construction projects in Ireland.
• Excellent understanding of construction contracts, procurement and cost management.
• Proven ability to manage subcontractor accounts, variations and final accounts.
• Strong commercial awareness, negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple commercial priorities.
• Excellent organisational and financial reporting skills.

Salary & Benefits

• Basic Salary: €85,000–€100,000 DOE
• Competitive benefits package, subject to agreement.
• Permanent position with an established residential construction company.
• Strong pipeline of residential projects.
• Opportunity for career progression into senior commercial management.
• Supportive working environment with direct involvement in key commercial decisions.