Quantity Surveyor​/Cost Engineer

Quantity Surveyor / Cost Engineer

Castlewellan / Dundalk

Description

We are hiring for our client, an established Civil Engineering and Utilities contractor, for the appointment of a Quantity Surveyor / Cost Engineer. This QS / Cost Engineer role is based across active project sites spanning Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, working closely with operational teams, site management and senior leadership. The successful Quantity Surveyor / Cost Engineer will manage commercial operations, cost reporting and contract administration on major projects including wastewater treatment plants and pipeline infrastructure.

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for materials, labour and innovative wastewater solutions
• Manage contract administration using standard frameworks such as NEC, including raising contractual notices and handling the change control process
• Prepare subcontract documentation, monitor performance, authorise payments and settle final accounts
• Assist with internal commercial reporting, generate monthly valuations and prepare cost reports for the client
• Liaise with design, construction and supply chain teams to ensure value for money and commercial efficiency

• 3+ years  experience managing commercial packages or running infrastructure/civil engineering projects
• Strong working knowledge of NEC Forms of Contract
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related commercial discipline
• Awareness of capital delivery frameworks, particularly within the UK and Ireland water industries, is highly desirable
• Experience across multiple live civil engineering or utilities projects

• Competitive salary + van
• Long-term career opportunities within a growing organisation
• Strong safety standards and a collaborative working culture
• Continuous professional development