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Quantity Surveyor – Civil Engineering Contractor (Cloghvoley, Kilkelly, Co. Mayo)

Permanent | Full-time | Competitive Package

A long‑established and respected civil engineering, quarrying, asphalt, and contracting organisation in the West of Ireland is seeking a Quantity Surveyor for its operations based in Cloghvoley, Kilkelly, Co. Mayo.

This role is ideal for a QS who wants to join a stable, multi‑disciplinary contractor delivering roads, utilities, heavy civils, surfacing, aggregates, and regional infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual requirements of civil engineering projects from tender stage through to final account.
• Measure works, prepare BOQs, and assist with cost planning and tender submissions.
• Handle valuations, variations, claims, and prepare detailed cost reports.
• Monitor project budgets, control spend, and report on profitability.
• Liaise with project managers, site teams, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Prepare and negotiate subcontract packages and manage subcontractor accounts.
• Ensure compliance with contracts and company procedures.
• Support forecasting, risk management, and cost‑saving initiatives.

Experience & Skills Required

• Degree-qualified Quantity Surveyor (or equivalent construction/commercial qualification).
• 2+ years’ experience in civil engineering, roadworks, utilities, quarrying, surfacing, or general contracting.
• Strong measurement skills with experience in cost control and commercial reporting.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and organisational skills.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Long-term career progression within a major West of Ireland contractor.
• Exposure to varied and challenging civil and infrastructure projects.
• Supportive, secure, and well-established working environment.
• Head office role. 8am – 4.30pm Monday to Friday