Senior Quantity Surveyor: Lead Cost & Value on Key Projects

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

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