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Quantity Surveyor (Civil Engineering / Infrastructure)
Job Posted: 7 days ago
Salary: £ 51,794 - 69,059 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Laois
Expire in: 21 days
Job Description
Quantity Surveyor (Civil Engineering / Infrastructure)
Location: Portlaoise, Co. Laois
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: €60,000-€80,000 (DOE)
Benefits: Company car, 5% pension, healthcare, EAP, career progression, professional development support
About the Role
We are recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of multiple civil engineering/infrastructure projects across the Midlands. You will work closely with senior leadership, project management, and site teams to ensure cost control, value protection, and commercial compliance.
This role offers genuine long-term progression within a growing contractor and exposure to high-value projects in roads, utilities, groundworks, and public realm.
Key Responsibilities
Support the commercial strategy and financial performance of assigned projects.
Manage subcontractor and supplier packages, including preparation of payment applications and approvals.
Track, analyse, and report project costs, budgets, cash flow and forecasts.
Prepare, submit, and agree on interim valuations, variations/claims, and final accounts.
Produce regular cost/value reports, highlighting risk, opportunity, and project performance.
Maintain accurate subcontractor/supplier contractual records and commercial documentation.
Ensure works are administered in line with contract requirements and company procedures.
Assist with estimating, tender analysis, and preparation of tender submissions for upcoming works.What We're Looking For
5-8 years post-graduate experience in a Quantity Surveyor role.
Experience working on civil engineering/infrastructure projects (e.g. groundworks, utilities, drainage, roads, enabling works, public realm).
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to work to tight deadlines and quality standards.
Confident managing subcontractor accounts and commercial paperwork.
Strong reporting ability (cost reports, CVR-style reporting, valuations).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage professionally with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to risk and value.
Good IT skills: ideally familiar with AutoCAD, Cost-ex (or similar cost management tools), and Microsoft Office (Word/Excel).Qualifications (Desirable)
Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Commercial Management, or a related field.
Chartered, or actively working towards chartership (SCSI / RICS / CIOB or equivalent).
Understanding of CVR processes, cost planning, and commercial reporting.
Willingness to continue professional development in contract law, negotiation, and commercial best practice.Package / Benefits
Salary: €60,000-€80,000 (depending on experience).
Company car.
5% pension.
Healthcare.
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
Career progression and long-term development.
Professional development support, including further education and chartership support.Why this role
Stable, permanent role based in Portlaoise with regional project coverage.
Work directly with senior commercial leadership and gain exposure to higher-value responsibilities.
Clear pathway to more senior commercial roles in the business.How to Apply
Please apply with:
Your CV
A brief summary of recent civil/infrastructure projects you've worked on
Your notice period
Salary expectations
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