Electrical QS: Cost & Value Optimiser

Inform3; Newry; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Inform3 is recruiting for an Electrical Quantity Surveyor to join an established client based in South County Down. You will work closely with the Project Management team, providing expert advice on cost management and contractual matters.

The role focuses on delivering accurate cost/value reporting, interim valuations, final accounts with subcontractors, and controlling variations to maximise project margins. Strong communication and Excel/MS Project skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Quantity Surveying degree or similar.
• Experience in the M&E sector, ideally on electrical projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical approach to estimating and pricing.
• Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail, able to gather, interpret and present data to facilitate budgets and valuations.
• Proficient in Excel and MS Project.
• Methodical, conscientious and organised, works to deliver high standards.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• To ensure optimum commercial return is achieved for the project.
• Prepare the cost / value reconciliation reports accurately
• Prepare and agree interim valuations at the agreed dates to gain the best commercial advantage for the company.
• Agree final accounts with subcontractors to maximise project margins.
• Ensure sub contract orders are prepared in accordance with company procedure with reference to the date given on the procurement schedules and / or in accordance with the contract programme having achieved the appropriate approvals.
• Maintain control of accounts and minimise the cost of any variations.
• To carry out duties as quantity surveyor on projects as instructed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Numeracy

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Organised

Education

Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent

Tools

Excel

MS Project

Job description

Inform3 is recruiting for an Electrical Quantity Surveyor to join an established client based in South County Down. You will work closely with the Project Management team, providing expert advice on cost management and contractual matters.

The role focuses on delivering accurate cost/value reporting, interim valuations, final accounts with subcontractors, and controlling variations to maximise project margins. Strong communication and Excel/MS Project skills are essential.