Project Quantity Surveyor – Residential Development | Co. Donegal
Donegal, County Donegal, Ireland
€50000 p.a.
Quantity Surveying
Posted 19 days ago
Job title: Project Quantity Surveyor – Residential Development
Location: Donegal, Co Donegal
Company: Established Irish Main Contractor delivering residential developments across the North West
Package: €50,000 to €70,000 DOE package
The Company
This growing Irish main contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality residential developments throughout Ireland. Their focus is on well-planned projects, strong programme delivery, quality finishes, and maintaining long-term relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
With a healthy pipeline of residential projects, they are now seeking a Project Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team on a 40-unit residential development in Donegal, Co Donegal. The company offers long-term career progression, a supportive commercial structure, and exposure to all aspects of project delivery.
The Role: Project Quantity Surveyor
Based on a residential development in Donegal, Co Donegal, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day commercial management of the project, working closely with the site team, subcontractors, and senior commercial management.
You will be involved throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring effective cost control, subcontractor management, valuations, variations, and reporting while helping to deliver the project on budget and in line with programme requirements.
Must Have Requirements:
• Must have a Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline
• Proven experience required as a Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor or residential developer
• Experience managing subcontractor accounts, valuations, and variations
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial reporting
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Preferred Experience
• Residential construction experience preferred
• Experience on housing developments beneficial
• Knowledge of procurement and cost planning processes
• Experience using industry-standard commercial software
Nice to Have:
• Professional membership or progression towards chartership
• Strong knowledge of Irish construction contracts
• Additional project management exposure
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage project costs and commercial reporting throughout the project lifecycle
• Prepare and agree subcontractor packages, valuations, and final accounts
• Monitor project budgets and identify commercial risks and opportunities
• Assess and manage variations and change control procedures
• Support procurement activities and subcontractor negotiations
• Liaise with site management teams regarding progress and cost control
• Prepare monthly cost reports and forecasts
• Assist in maintaining profitability and commercial performance on the project
About You:
You will be a commercially aware Quantity Surveyor with experience working on construction projects in Ireland. You will have strong organisational skills, a good understanding of project cost management, and the ability to work closely with operational teams to ensure successful programme delivery.
You should be comfortable managing subcontractor accounts, handling variations, preparing reports, and maintaining strong commercial controls throughout the project. Experience within residential construction would be highly advantageous for this Project Quantity Surveyor position in Donegal, Co Donegal.
What’s on Offer
Salary: €50,000 to €70,000 DOE
Benefits:
• Pension
• Annual bonus
• Educational and CPD support
• Professional development opportunities
• Long-term career progression
• Exposure to large-scale residential developments
• Strong pipeline of future projects
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their career with a respected Irish contractor delivering residential developments in Donegal, Co Donegal.
You will gain valuable project exposure while working within an experienced commercial team, offering clear progression opportunities and long-term stability. The company has a strong project pipeline and continues to secure repeat business across the residential sector.
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 the Irish construction industry. We work closely with main contractors, developers, and specialist subcontractors across the residential, commercial, healthcare, education, and civil engineering sectors.
If you're a Project Quantity Surveyor, Intermediate Quantity Surveyor, Quantity Surveyor, Residential Quantity Surveyor, or Commercial Quantity Surveyor looking for opportunities in Donegal or across Ireland, we can help you find the right role for your experience and career goals.
Related Roles: Project Quantity Surveyor, Quantity Surveyor, Intermediate Quantity Surveyor, Residential Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Quantity Surveyor.
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Location: Donegal, Co Donegal
Company: Established Irish Main Contractor delivering residential developments across the North West
Package: €50,000 to €70,000 DOE package
The Company
This growing Irish main contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality residential developments throughout Ireland. Their focus is on well-planned projects, strong programme delivery, quality finishes, and maintaining long-term relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
With a healthy pipeline of residential projects, they are now seeking a Project Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team on a 40-unit residential development in Donegal, Co Donegal. The company offers long-term career progression, a supportive commercial structure, and exposure to all aspects of project delivery.
The Role: Project Quantity Surveyor
Based on a residential development in Donegal, Co Donegal, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day commercial management of the project, working closely with the site team, subcontractors, and senior commercial management.
You will be involved throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring effective cost control, subcontractor management, valuations, variations, and reporting while helping to deliver the project on budget and in line with programme requirements.
Must Have Requirements:
• Must have a Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline
• Proven experience required as a Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor or residential developer
• Experience managing subcontractor accounts, valuations, and variations
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial reporting
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Preferred Experience
• Residential construction experience preferred
• Experience on housing developments beneficial
• Knowledge of procurement and cost planning processes
• Experience using industry-standard commercial software
Nice to Have:
• Professional membership or progression towards chartership
• Strong knowledge of Irish construction contracts
• Additional project management exposure
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage project costs and commercial reporting throughout the project lifecycle
• Prepare and agree subcontractor packages, valuations, and final accounts
• Monitor project budgets and identify commercial risks and opportunities
• Assess and manage variations and change control procedures
• Support procurement activities and subcontractor negotiations
• Liaise with site management teams regarding progress and cost control
• Prepare monthly cost reports and forecasts
• Assist in maintaining profitability and commercial performance on the project
About You:
You will be a commercially aware Quantity Surveyor with experience working on construction projects in Ireland. You will have strong organisational skills, a good understanding of project cost management, and the ability to work closely with operational teams to ensure successful programme delivery.
You should be comfortable managing subcontractor accounts, handling variations, preparing reports, and maintaining strong commercial controls throughout the project. Experience within residential construction would be highly advantageous for this Project Quantity Surveyor position in Donegal, Co Donegal.
What’s on Offer
Salary: €50,000 to €70,000 DOE
Benefits:
• Pension
• Annual bonus
• Educational and CPD support
• Professional development opportunities
• Long-term career progression
• Exposure to large-scale residential developments
• Strong pipeline of future projects
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their career with a respected Irish contractor delivering residential developments in Donegal, Co Donegal.
You will gain valuable project exposure while working within an experienced commercial team, offering clear progression opportunities and long-term stability. The company has a strong project pipeline and continues to secure repeat business across the residential sector.
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 the Irish construction industry. We work closely with main contractors, developers, and specialist subcontractors across the residential, commercial, healthcare, education, and civil engineering sectors.
If you're a Project Quantity Surveyor, Intermediate Quantity Surveyor, Quantity Surveyor, Residential Quantity Surveyor, or Commercial Quantity Surveyor looking for opportunities in Donegal or across Ireland, we can help you find the right role for your experience and career goals.
Related Roles: Project Quantity Surveyor, Quantity Surveyor, Intermediate Quantity Surveyor, Residential Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Quantity Surveyor.
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