Senior Quantity Surveyor - Civils and Infrastructure - Cork based
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
€75000 p.a.
Quantity Surveying
Posted 6 hours ago
Quantity Surveyor – Civil & Water Infrastructure
Cork City Based
Award Winning Irish Civil Contractor
€75,000 Vehicle / Allowance, Pension & Benefits
The Company
Our client is a long-established, award-winning Irish civil engineering and water infrastructure contractor with nearly 50 years of delivery across Ireland and the UK.
They specialise in complex water, wastewater, utilities, and public infrastructure projects, working closely with local authorities and national frameworks. Known for their strong safety culture, engineering excellence, and consistent project delivery, they have received multiple industry awards in recent years for innovation, sustainability, and health & safety performance.
With a strong pipeline of secured work in Munster, they are now seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a major project in Cork City.
The Role – Quantity Surveyor
Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will take responsibility for the commercial management of a live civil infrastructure project, supporting delivery from pre-contract through to final account.
This role offers excellent exposure to Public Works Contracts, subcontractor management, cost control, and client-facing commercial reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
About You
What’s on Offer
Why Apply?
This is a superb opportunity to join a respected civil engineering contractor delivering critical infrastructure projects that have a real impact on communities.
You’ll gain hands-on experience on major public works, work within a supportive commercial team, and benefit from long-term career progression in a stable, growing business.
How to Apply Send your CV to eoghan@breaghrecruitment.com
Or call 01 531 4345 for a confidential discussion.
About Breagh Recruitment:
Breagh Recruitment are specialist construction and engineering recruiters across Ireland and the UK. We work with leading contractors and developers to match top talent with high-quality, long-term career opportunities.
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Cork City Based
Award Winning Irish Civil Contractor
€75,000 Vehicle / Allowance, Pension & Benefits
The Company
Our client is a long-established, award-winning Irish civil engineering and water infrastructure contractor with nearly 50 years of delivery across Ireland and the UK.
They specialise in complex water, wastewater, utilities, and public infrastructure projects, working closely with local authorities and national frameworks. Known for their strong safety culture, engineering excellence, and consistent project delivery, they have received multiple industry awards in recent years for innovation, sustainability, and health & safety performance.
With a strong pipeline of secured work in Munster, they are now seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a major project in Cork City.
The Role – Quantity Surveyor
Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will take responsibility for the commercial management of a live civil infrastructure project, supporting delivery from pre-contract through to final account.
This role offers excellent exposure to Public Works Contracts, subcontractor management, cost control, and client-facing commercial reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation of interim and final valuations and payment applications
- Support monthly cost reports, forecasts, and cashflow management
- Measurement and valuation of works in line with contract requirements
- Administration of subcontractor and supplier accounts
- Preparation and management of variations, claims, and change control
- Maintain commercial registers, correspondence logs, and procurement schedules
- Support the Commercial Manager with reporting, negotiations, and financial controls
- Attend site meetings and liaise closely with engineering and project teams
- Ensure all commercial activities align with company HSQE systems
About You
- Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related discipline
- 3–5 years’ experience in a Quantity Surveying role
- Experience on civil engineering, water, utilities, or infrastructure projects
- Strong commercial awareness with excellent attention to detail
- Familiarity with Public Works Contracts (Ireland or UK) advantageous
- Strong communication and reporting skills
- Full clean driving licence and authorised to work in Ireland
What’s on Offer
- Salary: €75,000 (DOE)
- Company vehicle or car allowance
- Pension scheme
- Bonus (project/company performance)
- Laptop & phone
- CPD and professional membership support
- Long-term project pipeline and clear progression to Senior Quantity Surveyor
Why Apply?
This is a superb opportunity to join a respected civil engineering contractor delivering critical infrastructure projects that have a real impact on communities.
You’ll gain hands-on experience on major public works, work within a supportive commercial team, and benefit from long-term career progression in a stable, growing business.
How to Apply Send your CV to eoghan@breaghrecruitment.com
Or call 01 531 4345 for a confidential discussion.
About Breagh Recruitment:
Breagh Recruitment are specialist construction and engineering recruiters across Ireland and the UK. We work with leading contractors and developers to match top talent with high-quality, long-term career opportunities.
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