Quantity Surveyor

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Dublin or Cork. 

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

The Opportunity

A role in the Procurement and Cost management team will include liaising with other multi-disciplinary contributors within Arup for the successful outcome of real-world projects.  You will be required to deliver projects to the required technical standards in a timely manner, reporting to the team leader or project manager as appropriate.

As a Quantity Surveyor at Arup, you will:

• Prepare Cost Estimates from feasibility stage through to detailed design
• Prepare pricing documents including bills of quantities to a method of measurement (TII, ARM, CESMM);
• Work in a supportive and collaborative environment
• Routinely communicate and co-ordinate with other Arup disciplines
• Undertake Tender Reviews: Including assessing and analysing tender documentation to ensure compliance with the tender 
• Contract Analysis: 
  • Examine contract documents to identify project requirements and specifications.
  • Contract administration and post contract commercial support
• Project Management: Work on a variety of project types, ensuring that all tasks are completed within deadlines.
• Collaboration: Knowledge sharing and supporting the learning and development of others

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Estimator.
• Level 8 Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
• Working knowledge of TII Method of Measurement, ARM4, CESMM4 or equivalent
• Working knowledge of MS Office products and construction industry estimating software such as CostOS and CostX;
• Working Contract Administration knowledge of Public Works Contracts, NEC4 contracts or equivalent
• Possess a thorough understanding of cost and value management principles
• High degree of accuracy in executing work
• Effective written English communication and report writing skills.

Does this role inspire you?

We're looking for someone who is passionate about Quantity Surveying. We also value:

• Working towards professional membership of the SCSI (MSCSI) and/or Chartered member of the RICS (MRICS) or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate with people at all levels in both technical and non-technical environments.
• Capable of working well as part of a team as well as independently
• Good planning, organisational and time management skills

Why Arup?

At Arup, we believe in rewarding our members for their contributions to our shared success. As a trust-owned company, we have the freedom to pursue meaningful work that aligns with our purpose and values. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that work for you:

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
• Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.
• Wellbeing and Culture: At Arup we are committed to fostering a healthy working culture by offering a range of health and wellbeing benefits, including health insurance, flexible working schemes, wellness programmes and an Employee Assistance Programme. 
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We strive to embed inclusion in our way of working, our interactions with one another and the projects we deliver. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for talented people of any background, based on merit, fairness and respect.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. 

Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?