Senior QS

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Residential | Dublin (Cabra)

Hunter Savage is working with a well?established Irish main contractor to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a major residential project in Cabra, Dublin.

This is a site?based role on a high?profile housing development, offering long?term security, strong commercial exposure, and a clear route toward Commercial Manager level for the right individual.


The Role

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will take full commercial responsibility for a live residential project, ensuring tight cost control, accurate reporting, and strong subcontractor management from start to finish.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Full commercial management of a residential development
  • Preparation and management of subcontractor procurement packages
  • Interim valuations, cost reports, and final accounts
  • Budget control, cost forecasting, and risk management
  • Measurement, variations, and claims management
  • Close collaboration with site and project management teams
  • Supporting junior QSs where applicable

The Ideal Candidate

  • Degree?qualified Quantity Surveyor or equivalent
  • 6+ years’ experience with a main contractor or developer
  • Strong background in residential construction (apartments / housing)
  • Proven ability to run a project commercially with minimal supervision
  • Confident communicator with subcontractors and internal teams
  • Ambitious and keen to progress to Commercial Manager level

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary, aligned with senior?level Dublin roles
  • Company car or car allowance
  • Pension and additional benefits
  • Long?term pipeline of Dublin and Leinster projects
  • Supportive, structured commercial team environment
  • Strong job security with a respected Irish contractor

Next Steps

For further information, and to apply for this QS job, please contact us directly. Visit our website for a full list of Construction opportunities.

Expert, confidential recruitment advice.

Salary is negotiable and listed as a guide based on experience and expertise.

We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria depending on response levels.

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Cormac Downey

Recruitment Consultant

07714254890

cormac@huntersavage.com

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