Senior Quantity Surveyor

Purcell Construction; Leinster; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Purcell Construction in Ireland is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead cost control, value engineering and commercial risk management across major projects. You will coach junior QS staff, manage subcontractor procurement, prepare budgets, and drive final account negotiations with PQS, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery.

The role offers a structured career path within a respected contractor, with emphasis on mentoring, professional development and delivering

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a similar role and 10 years in the industry.
• Degree qualification in Construction Economics or Quantity Surveying.

Responsibilities

• Commercial QS management of your projects.
• Efficient & timely management of the subcontractor procurement process.
• Preparation of contract trade budgets.
• Budget cost analysis of all packages and negotiation with subcontractors.
• Management of subcontractor appointment and accounts.
• Management of subcontractor payments.
• Preparation of cash flow and interim valuations.
• Change order management and agreement of the final account with the PQS.

Skills

Cost planning

Procurement

Contract administration

Risk management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Economics or Quantity Surveying

Job description

About the Company

At Purcell, we are proud of our achievements and we recognise that our future growth and success is shaped by the ambition and calibre of our Team. Wherever you look within our business, you will find people with drive, enthusiasm, and vision, coupled with friendliness and a "let's do it right" spirit. We aim to attract the best and brightest people to bring new and fresh perspectives. You may be involved in a healthcare project delivering medical assessment units or a conservation project restoring the past for future generations. We achieve better outcomes when we have teams of people who think differently but work well together.

About the Role

You will be joining a leading Irish building main contractor committed to the highest standards of safety, quality and sustainability with an earned reputation for delivering outstanding quality projects which meet and exceed our client’s expectations. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage the financial and contractual aspects of construction projects. The successful candidate will ensure cost control, value engineering, and commercial risk management across all phases of the project lifecycle and will play a pivotal part in delivering high-profile projects, working closely with multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders. As a Senior Member of the QS team the role will play a key leadership role in coaching, mentoring, and developing junior members of the QS team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Commercial QS management of your projects.
• Efficient & timely management of the subcontractor procurement process.
• Preparation of contract trade budgets.
• Budget cost analysis of all packages and negotiation with subcontractors.
• Management of subcontractor appointment and accounts.
• Management of subcontractor payments.
• Preparation of cash flow and interim valuations.
• Change order management and agreement of the final account with the PQS.

Qualifications

• You will have a minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role and 10 years experience in the industry.
• You will be degree qualified in Construction Economics or Quantity Surveying.

Required Skills

• You will have a proven track record of managing complex projects from pre-contract to final account together with leading cost planning, procurement, contract administration & risk management.
• You will have demonstrated ability to lead and support junior members of the QS team.
• You will be highly organised and self motivated.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in a similar role.

Pay range and compensation package

You will be given the opportunity to contribute, to hone and develop your skills and to train and learn new ones, whilst enjoying market competitive remuneration and benefits.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Purcell is committed to diversity and inclusivity.