Quantity Surveyor

  • Right Talent
  • Galway, Ireland
  • 13/11/2020
Full time Construction

Job Description

Medium Sized Contractor, Competitive Package

Your new company
A main build and civils contractor based in County Tyrone are now recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor. A well-established and highly regarded contractor, they are undertaking a number of exciting projects across the UK and Ireland, currently operating with a turnover of £20m. This contractor operates within the educational, residential, community and industrial sectors as well as water infrastructure, reservoirs and wastewater treatment works. Due to continued growth they wish to invest in an ambitious Quantity Surveyor who is eager to join an established main contractor.

Your new role
You will be responsible for the preparation of budgets and cost plans as well as assisting in the delivery and management of a social housing scheme in the UK. You will report directly to the Senior Quantity Surveyor and work closely with the Operational Team to ensure the project is delivered on programme and within budget. Due to the location of the project you will be required to travel 1 day a week.

What you'll need to succeed
You will hold a third level qualification, and will have a minimum of 2 years experience in a Quantity Surveying role, ideally with a main contractor. Demonstrable experience of assisting in the pricing a construction projects and a working knowledge of forms of contract such as NEC3 and JCT will be a necessity. You will have a high level of computer literacy, and will have experience in using the Microsoft Office Suite. Additionally you must demonstrate the ability to read and accurately interpret drawing and technical specification. As a person you will be well organised with good communication, negotiation and analytical skills

What you'll get in return
Based at their Head Office in Northern Ireland, this is an excellent opportunity for the right person to develop their career into a key role for a progressive Construction Engineering Company. The benefits available to the successful candidate include a competitive salary and company extras, but also the opportunity to establish and build upon their existing skills and knowledge within this company's commercial department.