Graduate Quantity Surveyor
Building a sustainable tomorrow
BAM Ireland, part of the UK & Ireland division, is an operating company within the Royal BAM Group, one of Europe’s leading Engineering & Construction companies, employing approximately 20,000 people globally. Here in BAM Ireland, we provide best-in-class services across Civil Engineering, Construction, Property, Public Private Partnerships (PPP), and Facilities Management.
BAM ranks among the top Building & Civil Engineering Contractors operating both in Ireland and internationally and has delivered projects of the largest scale and complexity. We build, refurbish, and extend buildings nationwide across all sectors including Healthcare, Industrial, Civic, Leisure, Offices, Residential, Retail, Pharmaceutical, Hi-Tech, and Data Centres.
We successfully deliver projects to the highest standards, with safety and attention to detail at the core of everything we do, and have received numerous industry awards. We want YOU to be part of our future and help us stay at the forefront of the industry.
At BAM, we are looking for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join our team. The role will be based in Cork, Ireland.
Making Possible
- Supporting the commercial management of construction projects from pre-construction through to completion.
- Assisting with cost planning, estimating, and contract management activities.
- Working closely with site teams, subcontractors, and project stakeholders to support project delivery.
- Assisting in the preparation of bills of quantities, tender documentation, and contract documents.
- Supporting the procurement of subcontractors, including analysing quotations and tender returns.
- Assisting with cost control, risk management, and value engineering throughout the project lifecycle.
- Supporting the preparation of interim valuations, cost reports, and final accounts.
- Assisting in monitoring project progress, ensuring delivery on budget and to the highest standards.
- Working as part of a dynamic project team, contributing to the safe and professional delivery of projects.
What’s in it for you?
Opportunities! Opportunities to work with a great team on some of Ireland’s largest, most dynamic, and exciting construction and civil engineering projects. As part of BAM’s Graduate Programme, you will gain hands-on experience while developing both your technical and commercial skillset.
- Structured Graduate Programme with industry-leading training
- Opportunity to further your professional development through accredited learning
- Exposure to landmark projects across multiple sectors including healthcare, data centres, residential, and pharma
- Support for professional accreditation and continued learning
We are committed to our employees and offer strong competitive salaries along with benefits such as:
- 8% pension contribution
- Private Health Insurance
- Dental Plan
- 26 days annual leave to start
- 2 Wellbeing Days annually
- Paid maternity & paternity leave
Learning & Development opportunities are actively supported, with internal progression encouraged and fostered — and many more great perks.
What do you bring to the role?
- A degree (or final year of study) in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
- A strong interest in commercial management within the construction industry.
- A willingness to learn and develop both technical and commercial skills.
- Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
- A proactive and motivated attitude with a desire to build a long-term career in construction
About BAM
Building a sustainable tomorrow. That’s our mission and our promise at BAM. It’s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.
We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We’re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.
