Job Description
Why Farrans??? Starting with us as a Graduate, you are offered a bespoke career pathway through our in-house Learning & Development division and a tailored programme to suit your ambitions. With over 80 years of industry excellence, Farrans boasts more than 45 active site locations and offices across Ireland, Scotland, and England. We take on projects ranging from £5m to £300m, spanning both construction and civil markets. At Farrans, we build, transform, and connect. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, driving a culture that fuels innovation, transparency, and inclusivity. Join us and become part of a dynamic team that values your growth and empowers you to make a real impact. Role outline As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor at Farrans, you'll collaborate with senior experts to optimise project costs and risks, ensuring top-notch quality and compliance with building regulations. Expect exciting travel opportunities to various construction sites and project locations. Location outline These roles will be based out of one of our site offices at either Monaghan or Letterkenny As a Graduate Quantity Surveyoryour duties will include: Ensure the development and delivery of the project runs in conjunction with business expectations, programme and budget.? Analyse subcontract quotations.? Review conditions and/or qualifications assist with drafting and negotiating contract types prior to submission of a tender.? Ensure the preparation of interim applications, including works executed, materials on site and works by subcontractors is submitted to the Clients team by agreed deadline.? Evaluate, measure and recover contract variations.? Gather records to confirm additional payments where required and defend claims received from subcontractors.? Review, assess and reduce commercial and contractual risks.? Assist with the procurement of subcontractors.? Responsible for effective dispute resolution.? Generate payments and distribute notices to suppliers and subcontractors, including the measurement of works and differences executed to evaluate final costs and accounts.? Contribute to the submission of weekly financial forecasting including the assembling of contract costs Preparation of estimates and costs of the work and when the project is in progress Keeping records of any variations to the contract that may affect costs and create reports to show profitability Required Skills and Experience Hold a Civil Engineering Degree with a 2:2 or higher Hold a full UK manual driving license Passionate about starting a career in the civils industry High attention to detail coupled with meticulous planning and organisational skills Demonstrate a strong interest in all aspects of engineering and looking for a dynamic workplace that provides an outstanding career opportunity Excellent good communication skills, be able to work flexibly in a team and be a hard worker ? What we can offer you Our employees are at the core of everything we do. We have an excellent internal culture which promotes ongoing learning in a diverse and inclusive environment, offering career development and training pathways. In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer a wide range of benefits, some of the key ones being: Car allowance Payment of an annual professional membership Contributory pensions plan up to 6% (split contribution of 3%) Health Shield (Medical & Dental Cover included) 34 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) Enhanced family policies Living away from home allowance is applicable for this role. We are here to make this as seamless and possible, therefore we cover all accommodation costs, provide you with a daily allowance and cover travel costs (as set out in our policy) Visa sponsorship is not available in connection with this vacancy Farrans are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for all. Skills: Graduate Quantity Surveying