Graduate Quantity Surveyor

Build Your Future with Wills Bros

Wills Bros Ltd is a leading Tier 1 civil engineering and infrastructure contractor, delivering complex, high-profile projects across Ireland. We are looking for a motivated Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join our commercial team and begin a rewarding career within the construction industry.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience on major civil engineering projects, work alongside experienced commercial professionals and develop the technical and professional skills required to progress as a Quantity Surveyor.

Role Purpose

As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor , you will support the commercial management of projects from procurement through to final account. Working under the guidance of experienced Quantity Surveyors, you will assist with cost control, subcontractor management, valuations, measurements, reporting and contract administration while developing a strong understanding of project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the measurement and valuation of construction works.
• Support the preparation of interim valuations, payment applications and final accounts.
• Assist with the procurement of subcontractors and suppliers, including issuing enquiries and reviewing quotations.
• Help prepare subcontract documents, purchase orders and commercial correspondence.
• Monitor project costs, commitments, variations and forecasts against agreed budgets.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with monthly cost-value reconciliation and commercial reporting.
• Review drawings, specifications and contract documents to identify commercial requirements.
• Attend site meetings and work closely with project managers, engineers, planners and site teams.
• Support the identification, valuation and agreement of variations and claims.
• Ensure commercial activities follow company procedures, contractual requirements and relevant legislation.
• Participate in structured training and professional development towards chartered status.

About You

You are an enthusiastic and commercially minded graduate who is eager to learn, takes pride in accurate work and enjoys collaborating with project teams. You will bring:

Essential

• A degree in Quantity Surveying essential.
• A strong interest in civil engineering, infrastructure and commercial management.
• Good numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive attitude, willingness to learn and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• A full, clean Irish driving licence.
• Eligibility to work in Ireland without sponsorship.

Desirable

• Previous placement or site experience.
• Experience with quantity surveying or estimating software.

Why Join Wills Bros?

• Gain real project experience on major civil engineering and infrastructure schemes.
• Learn from experienced professionals through practical guidance and mentoring.
• Develop your career through structured training and support towards professional membership.
• Build commercial expertise across procurement, cost control, contracts and project reporting.
• Join a collaborative team within a well-established Tier 1 contractor.

Benefits

We offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package including:

• Competitive salary.
• 24 days’ annual leave plus public holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Income protection and death-in-service benefit.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Digital Doctor.
• Bike to Work Scheme.
• Company-funded professional development and membership support.

Ready for What’s Next?

If you are a recent or upcoming Quantity Surveying graduate who wants to build a career on major civil engineering projects, develop strong commercial skills and learn from an experienced team, we would like to hear from you.

Apply now by submitting your CV to [email protected] or contact Paula Murphy for a confidential discussion.

Join Wills Bros. Build your career. Deliver Ireland’s infrastructure.

We do not accept unsolicited agency CVs.