Quantity Surveyor
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Ireland, Maynooth, Kildare
- Civil, Structural and Architectural
- Permanent
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Job Title: Quantity Surveyor
Type: Permanent or Contract
Location: Kildare, Cork, Galway
Client Overview
Our client is a leading multidisciplinary contractor specialising in the delivery of water, wastewater, utilities, and civil infrastructure projects. Operating across Ireland and the UK, the business provides end-to-end solutions including design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance of critical infrastructure assets.
With a strong track record in delivering complex projects for public and private sector clients, the organisation plays a key role in supporting sustainable infrastructure development. Experience spans sectors such as water and wastewater treatment, pipelines, utilities networks, environmental services, and broader civil engineering works, with a focus on safety, quality, and long-term client partnerships.
Job Description
TRS are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of large-scale water, wastewater, utilities, and civil infrastructure projects across Ireland. You will work closely with Project and Contract Managers to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with client and regulatory requirements. This role requires strong commercial acumen, effective stakeholder engagement, and the ability to drive cost control, manage subcontractors, and mitigate commercial risk throughout the project lifecycle.
Responsibilities
- Support the commercial and contractual management of projects from tender through to final account
- Prepare, monitor, and maintain project budgets, cost plans, and cash flow forecasts
- Administer contracts in line with NEC (preferred) or other forms of contract
- Manage subcontractor procurement, including tendering, evaluation, and appointment
- Review, value, and certify subcontractor payments and variations
- Identify, assess, and manage commercial risks and opportunities
- Prepare and agree interim valuations, variations, and final accounts with clients and subcontractors
- Provide accurate cost reporting and forecasting to senior management
- Work collaboratively with project managers, engineers, and site teams to ensure commercial objectives are met
- Support preparation of tender submissions, including pricing and BOQs
- Ensure compliance with company procedures, governance, and client requirements
Required Experience
- Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Civil Engineering, or related discipline
- 3+ years’ experience in a Quantity Surveying or commercial role (civils/utilities/infrastructure preferred)
- Strong understanding of NEC contracts (desirable)
- Experience working on water, wastewater, utilities, or infrastructure projects (highly advantageous)
- Proven experience in cost management, procurement, and subcontractor management
- Excellent numerical, analytical, and commercial skills
- Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Proficient in Excel and commercial reporting tools
Desirable
- Working towards or membership of RICS, SCSI, or equivalent
- Experience in design & build or self-delivery contracting environments
- Knowledge of Irish construction contracts and frameworks
If interested in this opportunity, please feel free to contact Conor Dolan at conor.dolan@trsstaffing.com
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.
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