Senior Professional Quantity Surveyor

Role Overview

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will handle comprehensive quantity surveying duties including cost control, contract oversight, and commercial risk management. The role supports a wide range of civil engineering projects within power industry infrastructure development. Close collaboration with design teams, ESB partners and contractors is essential. Enhancing the visibility of quantity surveying, maintaining high standards, mentoring junior staff, and strengthening stakeholder engagement are key aspects.

Two Senior Quantity Surveyor positions are available within the Commercial Team.

Key Projects

The incumbents will oversee the commercial management of Solar Farm developments and the controlled dismantling or demolition of existing power generation facilities such as Power Stations and Wind Farms across Ireland.

Principal Duties

• Manage cost processes through all project stages.
• Prepare initial Order of Magnitude Cost estimates.
• Create tender documentation including bills of quantities and pricing schedules.
• Coordinate with the procurement team.
• Conduct tender evaluations, assessments, and negotiations.
• Administer post-contract commercial tasks including monitoring and tracking project progress.
• Measure and value work variations during contracts.
• Compile and interpret reports.
• Advocate and uphold safety culture across all activities.
• Ensure implementation of quality procedures on every project.
• Support mentoring and professional growth of junior colleagues.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Level 8 Degree in Quantity Surveying or an equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience in quantity surveying.
• Proven ability to deliver professional work at high standards.
• Flexible work approach, adept at managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines while ensuring excellent client service.
• Strong decision-making and judgment skills.
• Collaborative team player willing to share knowledge and skills.
• Excellent communication, report writing, and interpersonal abilities.
• Familiarity with administration under main contract conditions, including FIDIC contracts.
• Possession of a full driving license and access to a car.

Desirable Attributes

• Chartered membership (MRICS/MSCSI) with Legal Registration per Building Control Act 2007.
• Experience using Buildsoft and Cubit software.
• Background in civil engineering or utility projects.

Location and Working Conditions

This position is located at either The Sidings Building, Dublin 2 or Eastgate, Little Island, Cork, with frequent travel to project sites throughout Ireland. ESB's Smart Working policy encourages purposeful in-person interaction combined with flexible hybrid working—requiring on-site attendance a minimum of two days per week, subject to business needs.

Reporting Structure

The Senior Quantity Surveyor reports to the Commercial Team Lead within the Construction, Commercial & Contracts Group, Generation Engineering Delivery, Engineering & Major Projects.

Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to Ireland's net zero carbon transition.
• Access to mentoring and professional development programs.
• Participation in corporate social responsibility initiatives.
• Membership in sports and social clubs and networking events.
• Credit Union membership.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Access to staff well-being initiatives.
• Enhanced parental leave benefits.
• An inclusive workplace culture grounded in strong values with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Work environment embracing core values: Courageous, Caring, Driven, and Trusted.

Salary and Application

The salary range for this role is €59,000 to €70,000 per annum. The application deadline is 2nd November 2026.

Interview Process

Shortlisted candidates will participate in a behavioural interview focusing on core attributes vital for success at ESB, including accountability and ethics, collaboration, adaptability, proactivity, and respectfulness.

Additional Information

Applications will be retained for six months for consideration for suitable future roles. Proof of eligibility to work in the Republic of Ireland or UK must be provided prior to employment commencement.