Quantity Surveyor - Engineering Contractor - Tipperary

Office/Project Location: Cahir, Co. Tipperary / Project Site Visits

Employment Type: Full time

Work Location: Office & Site Visits

Pay: Salary €65k - €80k

Experience: 5 - 10 years' experience in a similar role

Visa: EU passport or Stamp 4 visa required

Our client is a leading Irish engineering company who possess ISO9001 accreditation and continually lead the way in integrated services and support.

The Quantity Surveyor is required to play a pivotal role in project delivery, taking responsibility for the financial and contractual management of turnkey engineering projects to ensure they are delivered on time, within budget, and to high safety and quality standards.

They will work closely with Project Owners and key stakeholders to support cost control, contract administration, and project implementation.

Provide accurate budget forecasts and advise on cost control throughout the full project lifecycle

Monitor project expenditure, variations, and value engineering opportunities to maximize cost efficiency

Carry out commercial reviews of tenders prior to submission for engineering projects

Prepare and administer contract documentation in line with project requirements

Prepare and submit client applications for payment (AFPs) and ensure timely certification

Support Project Owners in evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations, negotiate terms, and ensure compliance

Assess and certify subcontractor payments and manage subcontractor liabilities

Align cost and progress tracking with established Project Budgets and Project Schedules

Produce clear and timely commercial progress reports for Senior Management

Identify risks and opportunities, advising management on cost implications and mitigation strategies

Maintain accurate project records in line with company commercial policy

Requirements

Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

5 – 10 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor within engineering, steel, or mechanical contract environments

Strong knowledge and working understanding of standard contract frameworks (e.g., NEC, FIDIC, or equivalent)

Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Project, and project cost management tools

Excellent analytical, numerical, and commercial awareness skills

Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management abilities

Package

Salary €65k - €80k depending on experience

Monday to Friday schedule

Company pension / benefit options

Career progression and professional development opportunities

Contact

Laura McKenna is the consultant managing this position.

If you are a Quantity Surveyor interested in roles in Tipperary you can contact Laura by e-mail laura@jobcontax.com or phone +353-1-9696684 for a confidential chat.

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With over 50 years of technical recruitment experience, JobContax is the leading recruiter of Quantity Surveyors in Tipperary.

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