Junior Quantity Surveyor

Job Overview

Glantech Staffing is recruiting for a Junior Quantity Surveyor based in County Cavan, Ireland. This role involves providing commercial and quantity surveying assistance to the Senior Quantity Surveyor and management team. The junior surveyor will play a key part in supporting the financial and commercial aspects of construction projects, including measurement tasks, cost monitoring, procurement, subcontractor coordination, contract management, and detailed project reporting.

Key Duties

• Assist in measuring quantities using project drawings.
• Track and monitor active project expenses, invoices, cost variations, and monthly budgets.
• Support the preparation and finalization of financial accounts for projects.
• Collect market pricing data and material cost information to aid cost benchmarking and rate setting.
• Manage procurement processes by disseminating information to suppliers and subcontractors, following up on quotations, and preparing comparative analyses.
• Facilitate smooth communication among clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure accurate commercial information flow.
• Support contract administration by maintaining comprehensive commercial records, correspondence, notices, and related documentation.
• Organize and maintain project documentation such as drawings, specifications, quotations, and valuations.
• Help identify potential commercial risks or opportunities alongside the Senior QS and escalate where necessary.
• Perform additional duties as needed to fulfill role objectives.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Between 1 and 3 years of experience in a Junior Quantity Surveyor capacity; experience in retrofit projects is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Possession of a third-level degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management.
• Basic familiarity with digital measurement and takeoff software like Bluebeam, Revit, or other comparable industry programs.
• A willingness and ability to learn to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and commercial documentation effectively.
• Good foundational knowledge of construction costings, materials, quantities, and commercial principles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to collaborate well with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and management.
• Demonstrated proactive, reliable approach with eagerness to develop professionally within this role.
• Excellent numerical aptitude and analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Possession of a full driving license to facilitate site visits as required.

Benefits and Work Conditions

• Competitive salary package and benefits.
• Career growth and ongoing support.
• Company pension scheme.
• Well-being days and staff events.
• Provision of a company phone and laptop.
• Onsite parking available.
• Standard workweek: Monday to Friday, full-time, permanent employment.