Senior Professional Quantity Surveyor

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

Minimum of five years post-graduate experience.

Good knowledge of the administration of the main conditions of contract including the FIDIC Conditions of Contract.

Detailed knowledge in Cost estimating, Tendering, Post Tender evaluation and assessment, and Pre-contract negotiation.

Detailed knowledge in Cost Control reporting and management.

A flexible approach to work, especially where necessary to deliver excellent Stakeholder Management service.

Self-motivation and ability to project-manage own work and coordinate with those working alongside.

Ability to work and share knowledge and competencies to develop junior staff.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Full drivers’ licence valid for use in Republic of Ireland and have own car

Desirable

Experience in the use of Cubit software would be advantageous.

Experience in Civil Engineering / Utility project contracts in excess of €10m in contract value would be advantageous.

Chartered status in a recognised professional institution.

Recent Experience in managing a Commercial team.

Qualifications

Level 8 Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent work experience.

Location

This role is based in EMP Dublin or Cork office but travel to project locations as required, is a key requirement of the role.

ESB is committed to offering flexibility in ways of working and we call that Smart Working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible and remote ways of working.

The successful candidate may combine working from home within the Republic of Ireland, with attendance at base for in-person collaboration, at least two days per week. Site visits is also a feature of this role which will require a certain amount of travel within Ireland.

Reporting To

Pre-CA Team Lead in Networks Civil & Environmental Engineering

Why Work with Us?

Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future

Career development through mentoring and training

Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities

Sports and Social Clubs

Networking opportunities

Credit Union

Generous Pension

Access to staff well-being programmes

Generous parental leave entitlements

Salary

€59,000 to €70,000 per annum

Closing Date

28th September 2026

Interview

Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will complete a Behavioural Interview based on each of the following Behaviours, which underpin how we work at ESB and are critical to delivering our strategy:

Accountable and Ethical

Collaborative

Growing and Adaptive

Proactive

Respectful and Supportive

More information available on Our People Promise

Notes

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.

The successful candidate will be required to evidence their right to work in the Republic of Ireland / UK prior to commencement of employment.