Job Description

Quantity Surveyor – Energy Projects
Location: Waterford City
Salary: €45,000 – €70,000 DOE
Sector: Energy Infrastructure
Role Type: Full-Time Permanent

About the Role
Optimize Recruitment, working closely with our client, are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join a growing energy contractor delivering projects across Ireland.

This is a primarily office-based role in Waterford City, working closely under a Senior Quantity Surveyor, with regular involvement across multiple live projects nationwide.

You will gain strong exposure across the full commercial lifecycle, from early-stage cost planning through to final account, within a structured and supportive environment. Following an initial onboarding period, hybrid working will be available.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary €45,000 – €70,000 depending on experience
• 29 Days Annual Leave
• Health insurance
• Strong mentoring and career development support
• Hybrid working available after probation
• Exposure to national-scale energy infrastructure projects

Responsibilities

• Support Senior QS in managing project costs from start to final account
• Assist with subcontractor payments, valuations, and variation assessments
• Prepare and review cost reports, forecasts, and financial tracking
• Contribute to procurement of subcontractors and supplier packages
• Assist in preparing Bills of Quantities and pricing documentation
• Monitor project budgets and highlight any commercial risks early
• Liaise with site teams and attend meetings when required
• Support contract administration across live projects
• Provide commercial input across multiple projects simultaneously
• Assist in maintaining accurate commercial records and reporting systems

Requirements

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline
• 2+ years’ experience in a Quantity Surveying role, ideally in Ireland or UK
• Experience working with a contractor or similar environment
• Strong understanding of cost control and commercial processes
• Ability to work across multiple projects simultaneously
• Good knowledge of standard forms of contract (RIAI, FIDIC, etc.)
• Strong communication and organisational skills

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-14640] in the subject line. All applications will be handled in strict
confidence, and your CV will not be shared without prior approval.

Job Ref Number: [OR-14640] #ORjobs.