Intermediate Quantity Surveyor – Residential Development | Cork City, Co. Cork
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
€60000 p.a.
Quantity Surveying
Posted 14 minutes ago
Job title: Intermediate Quantity Surveyor – Residential Development
Location: Cork City, Co Cork
Company: Established Irish Main Contractor delivering large scale residential developments across Munster
Package: €60,000 to €70,000 DOE comprehensive package
The Company
This established Irish main contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality residential developments across Cork and the wider Munster region. With a healthy pipeline of new housing projects, the business continues to grow while maintaining a strong focus on quality, programme delivery, and client satisfaction.
Based on a residential development in Cork City, Co Cork, you'll join an experienced commercial team working on a well-resourced project with excellent long-term prospects and genuine opportunities for career progression.
The Role: Intermediate Quantity Surveyor
As an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial management of a residential development in Cork City, Co Cork. Working closely with the Senior Quantity Surveyor and Project Manager, you will be involved in the full commercial lifecycle from procurement through to final accounts.
This role offers excellent exposure to residential construction with an Irish main contractor and is ideal for a Quantity Surveyor looking to further develop their career on large-scale housing projects.
Must Have Requirements:
• Must have 2 years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor or residential developer
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline is required
• Proven experience required in cost control, procurement and subcontractor management
• Strong understanding of Irish construction contracts and commercial procedures
Preferred Experience:
• Residential development experience preferred
• Experience using Excel, CostX or similar commercial software beneficial
• Good understanding of procurement and valuation processes
Nice to Have:
• Membership or progression towards SCSI
• Experience working on large-scale housing developments
• Full driving licence
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist with the commercial management of a residential development from commencement to completion
• Prepare subcontractor enquiries, tender analysis and procurement packages
• Manage subcontractor accounts, valuations and payment applications
• Monitor project costs and report on commercial performance
• Prepare interim valuations, variations and final accounts
• Work closely with the site management team to monitor progress against programme
• Maintain accurate commercial records and reporting
• Assist with forecasting, budgeting and cash flow management
About You
You are an ambitious Intermediate Quantity Surveyor with solid experience on Irish construction projects and a strong understanding of commercial management. You are organised, detail-focused, and comfortable working closely with site teams, subcontractors and senior management to ensure projects remain commercially successful.
You are looking for a long-term opportunity with an Irish main contractor where you can continue developing your Quantity Surveying career on residential developments in Cork City, Co Cork.
What's on Offer
Salary: €60,000 to €70,000 DOE
Benefits:
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Pension
• Performance-related bonus
• Healthcare
• Annual leave
• Ongoing CPD and professional development
• Clear opportunities for career progression within the commercial team
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected Irish main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering quality residential developments throughout Munster. You'll gain valuable experience on a significant housing project while working alongside an experienced commercial team.
With a strong pipeline of upcoming residential work in Cork and long-term career prospects, this role offers stability, professional development, and the opportunity to progress towards a Senior Quantity Surveyor position.
How to Apply
Call Dara McKenna on 015314345 or email dara@breaghrecruitment.com for a confidential discussion.
Why Breagh Recruitment?
Breagh Recruitment are specialists in recruiting Quantity Surveyors for Irish main contractors and residential developers across Ireland. We work with Intermediate Quantity Surveyors, Project Quantity Surveyors, Senior Quantity Surveyors, and Commercial Managers on residential, commercial, healthcare, education, and civil engineering projects.
If you're an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor looking for your next opportunity on a residential development in Cork City, Co Cork, we'd be happy to discuss this role and other suitable positions.
Related roles: Intermediate Quantity Surveyor, Project Quantity Surveyor, Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Residential Quantity Surveyor, Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Quantity Surveyor.
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Location: Cork City, Co Cork
Company: Established Irish Main Contractor delivering large scale residential developments across Munster
Package: €60,000 to €70,000 DOE comprehensive package
The Company
This established Irish main contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality residential developments across Cork and the wider Munster region. With a healthy pipeline of new housing projects, the business continues to grow while maintaining a strong focus on quality, programme delivery, and client satisfaction.
Based on a residential development in Cork City, Co Cork, you'll join an experienced commercial team working on a well-resourced project with excellent long-term prospects and genuine opportunities for career progression.
The Role: Intermediate Quantity Surveyor
As an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial management of a residential development in Cork City, Co Cork. Working closely with the Senior Quantity Surveyor and Project Manager, you will be involved in the full commercial lifecycle from procurement through to final accounts.
This role offers excellent exposure to residential construction with an Irish main contractor and is ideal for a Quantity Surveyor looking to further develop their career on large-scale housing projects.
Must Have Requirements:
• Must have 2 years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor or residential developer
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline is required
• Proven experience required in cost control, procurement and subcontractor management
• Strong understanding of Irish construction contracts and commercial procedures
Preferred Experience:
• Residential development experience preferred
• Experience using Excel, CostX or similar commercial software beneficial
• Good understanding of procurement and valuation processes
Nice to Have:
• Membership or progression towards SCSI
• Experience working on large-scale housing developments
• Full driving licence
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist with the commercial management of a residential development from commencement to completion
• Prepare subcontractor enquiries, tender analysis and procurement packages
• Manage subcontractor accounts, valuations and payment applications
• Monitor project costs and report on commercial performance
• Prepare interim valuations, variations and final accounts
• Work closely with the site management team to monitor progress against programme
• Maintain accurate commercial records and reporting
• Assist with forecasting, budgeting and cash flow management
About You
You are an ambitious Intermediate Quantity Surveyor with solid experience on Irish construction projects and a strong understanding of commercial management. You are organised, detail-focused, and comfortable working closely with site teams, subcontractors and senior management to ensure projects remain commercially successful.
You are looking for a long-term opportunity with an Irish main contractor where you can continue developing your Quantity Surveying career on residential developments in Cork City, Co Cork.
What's on Offer
Salary: €60,000 to €70,000 DOE
Benefits:
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Pension
• Performance-related bonus
• Healthcare
• Annual leave
• Ongoing CPD and professional development
• Clear opportunities for career progression within the commercial team
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected Irish main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering quality residential developments throughout Munster. You'll gain valuable experience on a significant housing project while working alongside an experienced commercial team.
With a strong pipeline of upcoming residential work in Cork and long-term career prospects, this role offers stability, professional development, and the opportunity to progress towards a Senior Quantity Surveyor position.
How to Apply
Call Dara McKenna on 015314345 or email dara@breaghrecruitment.com for a confidential discussion.
Why Breagh Recruitment?
Breagh Recruitment are specialists in recruiting Quantity Surveyors for Irish main contractors and residential developers across Ireland. We work with Intermediate Quantity Surveyors, Project Quantity Surveyors, Senior Quantity Surveyors, and Commercial Managers on residential, commercial, healthcare, education, and civil engineering projects.
If you're an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor looking for your next opportunity on a residential development in Cork City, Co Cork, we'd be happy to discuss this role and other suitable positions.
Related roles: Intermediate Quantity Surveyor, Project Quantity Surveyor, Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Residential Quantity Surveyor, Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Quantity Surveyor.
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