Job Description

Quantity Surveyor – Telecoms & Civil Infrastructure
Location: North Kildare – Sites in Kildare & Dublin
Hours: Monday to Friday
Role Type: Full-Time Permanent

About the Role
Optimize Recruitment, working closely with our client, are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join a leading telecoms and infrastructure contractor with long-term frameworks across Ireland.

This role sits within their Power & Infrastructure division, supporting commercial delivery on projects involving telecoms installations, ESB-related works, fibre networks, and associated civil works such as ducting, cabling and network adjustments.

Based primarily in the Kildare office, you will support a busy commercial team and collaborate closely with Engineering, Project Management, and Senior Management. The company maintains a strong reputation for progression, professional development, and a supportive team culture.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage project cashflow projections and reporting
• Track live project costs and align with approved budget forecasts
• Support contract administration using applicable contract forms
• Manage procurement processes and monitor supply chain performance
• Compile commercial reports and provide updates to senior team members
• Prepare payment applications and support negotiation through to final account
• Agree BoQs, variations, and valuations with client representatives
• Provide commercial support and guidance to project teams across active works
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation to audit standard
• Contribute to cost control processes across multiple concurrent workstreams

Requirements

• Third-level qualification in Quantity Surveying or related discipline
• 1–3 years’ experience in a commercial role within construction or utilities
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skills
• Experience with recognised contract forms beneficial (e.g., FIDIC)
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Strong ability to take ownership of tasks and manage deadlines
• Capability to work well in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Willingness to travel to project sites when required
• Irish/UK experience is highly advantageous

For additional information and a confidential discussion on this and similar opportunities, contact Shane Fleming on 083 0885073 or email Shane@optimizerecruitment.ie.

Please e-mail your CV with the Vacancy Reference OR-14439 the subject line. All applications will be handled in strict confidence, and your CV will not be shared without prior approval.

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