Quantity Surveyor
Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Cork or Dublin.
Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
Driving Commercial Excellence
Our Procurement and Cost Management team is redefining how value is delivered across infrastructure and building projects. By combining deep technical expertise with a collaborative mindset, we’re helping clients make smarter investment decisions and embed sustainability, innovation, and behavioral best practice into every stage of the project lifecycle.
The Opportunity
Join Arup’s growing Project & Commercial Management (PCM) team in Cork, where you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of cost and commercial advisory across Ireland. As a Quantity Surveyor, you’ll help lead a dynamic, multidisciplinary team focused on delivering high-impact infrastructure and building projects that prioritise sustainability, value, and innovation.
This is a chance to influence how we deliver commercial excellence, from mentoring junior colleagues and refining procurement strategies, to driving whole-life value and embedding behavioural best practice into day-to-day operations. You’ll be part of a team that’s not only expanding in size, but also in ambition with opportunities to contribute to strategic growth, thought leadership, and the evolution of Arup’s commercial capability.
As a Quantity Surveyor at Arup, you will:
Support the preparation of cost estimates, cost plans, and tender documentation across infrastructure and building projects to help inform project budgets and procurement decisions.
Assist with procurement and contract administration activities, including preparing tender documents, reviewing contractor submissions, measuring works, and supporting valuations.
Contribute to cost control and commercial reporting by helping prepare cost updates, forecasts, and financial summaries that support effective project management.
Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, attending meetings, site visits, and workshops to build understanding of project delivery, stakeholder needs, and commercial priorities at different project stages.
Develop practical experience in construction contracts (e.g., NEC, Public Works Contracts, FIDIC) while supporting senior colleagues in delivering high-quality commercial outputs and maintaining accurate project records.
Does this role inspire you?
We’re looking for someone who:
Has relevant qualifications in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or a related discipline, with early career experience welcomed.
Has a basic understanding of cost management principles, procurement processes, and contract administration.
Is keen to develop technical and commercial skills through hands-on project experience.
Demonstrates strong numerical, analytical, and organisational skills, with attention to detail.
Has good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment.
Has familiarity with MS Office applications and an interest in developing skills in estimating tools (e.g. CostX, CostOS)
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.
Well-being and Culture: at Arup, your well-being matters. We foster a culture of care, inclusion, and collaboration, supported by global initiatives and local programmes that promote mental health, social connection, and a sense of belonging.
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. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact [email protected]. We're here to support you.
Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?
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