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Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor

contract[HQ Location], DublinPosted 2/12/2026

Salary negotiable

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Quantity Surveyor — Role Overview

Our Client is the European leader in construction solutions.

We build and manage complex engineering & construction projects for the world’s leading corporations. Our solutions help deliver technologies and life changing advancements that connect people, communities and businesses, giving them the power to achieve incredible things. Our people have the courage to be innovative. Their determination and sharp focus enable us to deliver with certainty, time and time again.

We deliver our clients’ visions through leading edge construction solutions across multiple sectors, including: Enterprise Data Centres, Advanced Technology & Life Sciences, Hyperscale Data Centres, Fire Protection.

At Our Client, it is our duty to encourage and back our people to realise their vision of themselves. We place them at the heart of what we do, providing challenging opportunities to develop within a great team in a supportive environment that allows them to reach their full potential.

Scope of the Role:

As a QS for the project, it is your responsibility to make sure that all aspects of the job are price agreed to ensure an acceptable rate of return to Our Client.  You are also required to ensure that we maintain a sufficient history/paper trail to effectively support all payment and claim submissions.  You are required to set specific goals for your elements of the project that align with the overall project goals and manage the delivery of these goals in a forward looking and controlled manner.

Quantity Surveyor — Responsibilities

To provide support to the Construction Team on all Quantity Surveying functions including, but not limited to the following:

Quantity Surveyor — Ideal Candidate

Our Client is an equal opportunities employer.

• Preparing initial cost estimates during early design stages
• Developing detailed cost plans as the design evolves
• Advising on cost implications of design changes
• Benchmarking costs using historical project data
• Measuring quantities from drawings
• Preparing BOQs, schedules of rates, and tender documents
• Ensuring accuracy and consistency in measurement
• Managing contract variations
• Assessing claims (time, cost, disruption)
• Preparing interim payment certificates
• Ensuring compliance with contract conditions
• All other duties associated with this role

• Academically (Degree) qualified and or relevant experience in the industry
• 3-5 years’ experience in a QS role
• A wide understanding of work contracts/ fire protection contracts
• A working knowledge of Civil and architectural Work Packages
• Good with Figures
• Able to negotiate with clients on a professional level
• Experience in use of Excel a requirement
• Excellent Analytical and problem-solving skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

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Frequently Asked Questions About This Quantity Surveyor Role

What does a Quantity Surveyor do in data centre construction?

A Quantity Surveyor in data centre construction is responsible for delivering specialist work on Tier III and Tier IV facilities. Day-to-day tasks vary by project phase but typically involve coordination with MEP teams, quality assurance, and ensuring build standards meet client specifications.

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