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Quantity Surveying Jobs - Ireland - UK - Europe - Why Choose Breagh?

At Breagh Recruitment, we are experts in quantity surveying recruitment across Ireland, UK and Europe, working closely with leading main contractors, cost consultancies, developers, and specialist subcontractors. We place talented Quantity Surveyors (QS), Cost Managers, Commercial Managers, Estimators, and Contract Surveyors into high-impact roles across a wide range of construction sectors.

With over 20 years of experience in construction and M&E recruitment, we understand the critical role quantity surveyors play in cost control, commercial management, and project delivery. Whether you’re a graduate QS, senior commercial lead, or client-side cost consultant, we’re here to match your expertise with companies who value your skills and support your long-term career.

Quantity Surveying in Ireland – Market Overview & Job Opportunities

The demand for qualified quantity surveyors in Ireland continues to grow, driven by a strong pipeline of public and private sector projects, rising material costs, and an industry-wide focus on commercial oversight and value engineering.

We recruit for key roles across:

  • Building & Civil Engineering – Commercial roles on residential, commercial, mixed-use, and infrastructure projects

  • Client-Side / Consultancy QS Roles – Cost planning, tender evaluation, and project management for public and private sector clients

  • Senior QS / Project QS – Leading contract administration, valuations, and sub-contractor management

  • Estimators & Pre-Construction Roles – Preparing tender submissions and pricing strategies across a wide variety of sectors

  • Commercial Managers – Overseeing large-scale projects or regional commercial teams

📐 Sectors include housing, commercial offices, infrastructure, healthcare, pharma, education, and data centres.

How Breagh Can Help

Our dedicated construction recruitment consultants have placed hundreds of quantity surveyors across Ireland and Europe. We don’t just understand your role, we understand what makes a role the right fit for you.

Specialist Quantity Surveying Recruiters – We partner with some of Ireland’s most respected contractors and cost consultants to deliver exclusive opportunities.

Support for All Levels of Experience – From graduate QS positions to senior commercial management roles, we help candidates across all stages of their careers.

CV & Interview Coaching – We guide you in showcasing your commercial experience, contract knowledge (e.g. NEC, JCT, FIDIC), and project delivery record.

Real Market & Salary Insights – We provide accurate advice on market conditions, salary ranges, and the most in-demand sectors for QS professionals.

Permanent & Long-Term Contracts – We focus on career-building roles with clear progression and strong employer reputations.

Find Your Next Quantity Surveying Role Today

If you're ready to take the next step in your quantity surveying career, Breagh Recruitment is here to help. From junior QS positions to commercial leadership roles, we offer confidential advice, tailored support, and exclusive access to top employers in the industry.

📩 Submit your CV today, or speak with our quantity surveying recruitment specialists to explore the latest QS roles available nationwide.

 

Quantity Surveying Jobs

Quantity SurveyingMechanical Engineering
2 days ago
Mechanical Estimator – M&E / Pharmaceutical & Data...
Mayo, County Mayo, Ireland
€65000 per annum
Mechanical Estimator – M&E / Pharmaceutical & Data Centre Projects Mayo Leading Mechanical & Electrical Contractor €60,000 – €75,000 vehicle, bonus, pension, healthcare The Compa...
Quantity Surveying
2 days ago
Quantity Surveyor – Civil Infrastructure / Water P...
Galway, County Galway, Ireland
€75000 per annum
Quantity Surveyor – Civil Infrastructure / Water Projects Ireland Leading Civil Engineering Contractor delivering major infrastructure works €65,000 – €80,000 Vehicle Bonus P...
Mechanical EngineeringQuantity Surveying
5 days ago
Senior Mechanical Estimator – Mechanical Building ...
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€80000 per annum
Senior Mechanical Estimator – Mechanical Building Services Dublin (Office Based) Leading Irish M&E Contractor delivering complex, high-value projects Salary: €80,000 – €95,000 pa...
Civil EngineeringMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringQuantity Surveying
8 days ago
Tendering Engineer – Water & Wastewater Engineerin...
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
€70000 per annum
Tendering Engineer – Water & Wastewater Engineering Co. Cork Established Irish Engineering Contractor delivering water and wastewater infrastructure projects Salary: €50,000 – €70,...
Quantity Surveying
12 days ago
Quantity Surveyor - Wicklow - Irish Developer
County Wicklow, Ireland
€70000 - €80000 per annum
Modern Irish Developer 100 Unit housing and apartment development Long term work in Wicklow Fantastic benefits and working culture Flexible working conditions Would you like to wo...
Quantity Surveying
13 days ago
Junior Quantity Surveyor Mechanical Contractor
Dublin 1, County Dublin, Ireland
€50000 per annum
Junior Quantity Surveyor Mechanical Contractor Dublin Mechanical Contractor delivering commercial and industrial projects €40,000 – €50,000 package The Company This well-establi...
Quantity Surveying
14 days ago
Procurement Manager - Main Contractor - North Dubl...
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€80000 per annum
Procurement Manager – Main Contractor North Dublin (Office & Site-Based) €80,000 Vehicle Package The Company This role is with a well-established Irish civil engineering and b...
Quantity Surveying
16 days ago
Project Quantity Surveyor - Main Contractor - Slig...
Sligo, County Sligo, Ireland
€65000 per annum
Project Quantity Surveyor Award Winning Main ContractorSligo based with Hybrid option €65,000 Bonus and Pension Major Projects across the region The Company This role is with a ...
Quantity Surveying
16 days ago
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Main Contractor - Sligo
Sligo, County Sligo, Ireland
€85000 per annum
Senior Quantity SurveyorAward Winning Main Contractor  Sligo based  Major Projects €85,000 Pension, Bonus and Vehicle The Company This opportunity is with a well-established Iri...
Mechanical EngineeringQuantity Surveying
20 days ago
Intermediate Mechanical Estimator – Mechanical / B...
County Tyrone, Northern Ireland
€45000 per annum
Intermediate Mechanical Estimator – Mechanical / Building Services Contractor Co. Tyrone Established building services contractor delivering mechanical and electrical construction ...
Quantity Surveying
20 days ago
Estimator - Major Projects in Cork
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
€75000 per annum
Estimator – Major Cork Projects Tier 1 Main Contractor Cork (Hybrid Options Available) €75,000 Car Allowance Pension Professional Memberships The Company This role is with o...
Electrical EngineeringQuantity Surveying
20 days ago
Senior Electrical Estimator
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€85000 - €100000 per annum
Senior Electrical Estimator – Electrical Contractor / Pharma, Healthcare & Commercial Projects Dublin Leading Irish Mechanical & Electrical Contractor delivering complex building s...
Quantity Surveying
21 days ago
Project Quantity Surveyor Main Contractor Galway
Galway, County Galway, Ireland
€75000 - €80000 per annum
Project Quantity Surveyor Main Contractor Galway Leading Irish Main Contractor delivering high quality residential, commercial and healthcare developments €75,000 – €80,000 vehic...
Electrical EngineeringQuantity Surveying
23 days ago
Quantity Surveyor - Electrical / Construction Proj...
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€70000 - €75000 per annum
Intermediate Quantity Surveyor - Electrical / Construction Projects Dublin Specialist Irish Electrical Contractor €70,000 DOE Benefits The Company This well established Irish e...
Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringQuantity Surveying
26 days ago
M&E Quantity Surveyor
County Dublin, Ireland
€90000 per annum
M&E Quantity Surveyor – Mechanical & Electrical Construction Dublin, Ireland Tier One International Main Contractor €75,000 – €90,000 Bonus Pension 26 Days Leave CPD The Co...
Mechanical EngineeringQuantity SurveyingElectrical Engineering
26 days ago
MEP Quantity Surveyor – Data Centre Construction
Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany
€100000 per annum
MEP Quantity Surveyor – Data Centre Construction Frankfurt, Germany Leading International Main Contractor €90,000 – €100,000 Vehicle / Allowance Relocation Support Pension ...
Project ManagementQuantity SurveyingElectrical EngineeringMechanical Engineering
27 days ago
M&E Bid Manager
Clondalkin, County Dublin, Ireland
€100000 - €120000 per annum
M&E Bid Manager – Mechanical and Electrical Engineering / Mission Critical & Industrial Projects Brownsbarn, Dublin Leading Irish Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Contractor S...
Electrical EngineeringQuantity Surveying
29 days ago
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Power and Renewables
Glasgow, Glasgow City, Scotland
£75000 - £90000 per annum
Senior Quantity Surveyor Power and Renewables Glasgow Leading International Engineering Contractor Salary €75,000 to €90,000 DOE plus vehicle allowance, bonus, pension and healthca...
Quantity Surveying
1 month ago
Project Quantity Surveyor - State of the Art Sport...
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€80000 per annum
Long term work in north Dublin €Multi-million sports facility Fantastic work-life balance and culture Commutable from Louth, Meath, Armagh, Down You are an experienced Quantity Su...
Quantity SurveyingProject Management
2 months ago
Commercial Manager – Data Centre Construction | Po...
Setúbal, Portugal
€110000 - €130000 per annum, Benefits: Accommodation, Flights, Living allowance, Rotation
Are you a senior Commercial Manager with experience delivering large-scale construction or data centre projects, looking for a long-term expat opportunity in Portugal with an excep...
Quantity Surveying
2 months ago
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Galway
Galway, County Galway, Ireland
€100000 - €110000 per annum
Long term work in the WestMain ContractorLarge residential and commercial projects€100,000 - €110,000 vehicleAre you a Senior Quantity Surveyor with a solid construction backgrou...
Quantity Surveying
2 months ago
Quantity Surveyor - Galway - Major Development
Galway, County Galway, Ireland
€75000 per annum
Quantity Surveyor – Major Building Project Galway Tier 1 Main Contractor €75,000 Exceptional Benefits & Career Progression The Company We are working with one of Ireland’s lead...
Quantity Surveying
2 months ago
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Galway
Galway, County Galway, Ireland
€85000 - €95000 per annum
Senior Quantity Surveyor Major Building Projects Galway €85,000 – €95,000 Vehicle Pension Healthcare Bonus The Company Our client is one of Ireland’s longest-established m...
Quantity Surveying
3 months ago
Junior Quantity Surveyor - Residential Developer
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
€40000 - €50000 per annum
Are you a degree qualified Quantity Surveyor with 1 years experience from Cork? Would you like to work in a strong team with a highly successful Cork Developer? This award winnin...
Quantity Surveying
7 months ago
Project Quantity Surveyor - New Healthcare Project
Galway, County Galway, Ireland
€70000 - €80000 per annum
Long term work in Co. Galway Leading Irish Main Contractor New €60m Healthcare Project Fantastic work-life balance and culture Dynamic, like-minded Quantity Surveying team A hugel...
Quantity Surveying
7 months ago
Quantity Surveyor - Galway - 150 unit Development
Galway, County Galway, Ireland
€60000 - €70000 per annum
Modern Irish Developer 150 Unit apartment and housing development Long term work in Galway Fantastic benefits and working culture Flexible working conditions Would you like to wor...
Quantity SurveyingCivil Engineering
8 months ago
Project Quantity Surveyor - Civils Main Contractor
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
€70000 - €80000 per annum
Long term work in the Cork area Progression to Regional Quantity Surveyor High profile civils projects Fantastic work-life balance and culture Irish Civils Main Contractor You are...
Quantity Surveying
8 months ago
Quantity Surveyor - Large Sports Facility
Galway, County Galway, Ireland
€50000 - €60000 per annum
Are you a Quantity Surveyor seeking long term work in the Galway area? Is your commute becoming too much? Is there enough progression in your current role? You are a driven Quanti...
Civil EngineeringQuantity Surveying
11 months ago
Senior Estimator - Major Civils Infrastructure Pro...
Mayo, County Mayo, Ireland
€90000 per annum
Senior Estimator: Would you like to work in Mayo with one of Ireland's leading Tier 1 Civils Main Contractors on major, high profile infrastructure projects? If you feel you can't...
Quantity Surveying
11 months ago
Project Quantity Surveyor - Major Infrastructure P...
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€70000 - €80000 per annum, Benefits: Vehicle, fuel, bonus, pension, healthcare, 27 days annual leave
5 years work in north Dublin High profile civils project Fantastic work-life balance and culture Ireland's best benefits package 27 days holidays You are an experienced Quantity S...
Quantity Surveying
12 months ago
Junior Quantity Surveyor - Civils Contractor
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
€45000 - €55000 per annum
Would you like to progress your career in Cork with one of Ireland's leading Civils Main Contractors? You will be working alongside some of the industries most experienced Quantity...
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