Electrical Quantity Surveyor

Hill McGlynn Recruitment; Basildon; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £70,000 per annum

Car allowance

Benefits package

Job summary

Hill McGlynn Recruitment is seeking an Electrical Quantity Surveyor to join the Essex-based commercial team. You will own the commercial management of electrical projects from tender through to completion, with occasional travel to London and a salary up to £70,000 per annum plus car allowance and benefits.

You will review drawings, manage budgets and subcontractor negotiations, ensuring accurate costings and strong client relationships across a varied portfolio of electrical installations.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a similar discipline.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the commercial management of electrical projects from tender through to completion.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost reports, valuations and final accounts.
• Review electrical drawings, specifications and tender documentation to produce accurate cost assessments.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiations and commercial agreements.
• Identify and manage project variations, ensuring all additional works are accurately valued.
• Monitor project expenditure, profitability and cash flow.
• Work closely with Project Managers and site teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities, providing practical solutions.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Support the wider commercial team and contribute to improving commercial processes.

Education

Quantity Surveying/Construction Management qualification

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - Electrical Bias

Location: Essex (with occasional travel across London)
Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum + Car Allowance + Benefits Package
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a strong electrical background, looking for an opportunity where you can make a genuine impact, take ownership of your projects and progress your career?

Hill McGlynn Recruitment is working with an established and growing contractor to recruit an Electrical Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Essex.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that values its people, encourages professional development and offers a supportive, close-knit working environment.

With a strong pipeline of projects across Essex and London, you'll have the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of electrical installations, taking responsibility for the commercial performance of projects from initial tender through to final account.

The business is keen to find someone who wants to become an integral part of the team, with the opportunity to contribute to its continued growth and develop their career over the long term.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the commercial management of electrical projects from tender through to completion.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost reports, valuations and final accounts.
• Review electrical drawings, specifications and tender documentation to produce accurate cost assessments.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiations and commercial agreements.
• Identify and manage project variations, ensuring all additional works are accurately valued.
• Monitor project expenditure, profitability and cash flow.
• Work closely with Project Managers and site teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities, providing practical solutions.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Support the wider commercial team and contribute to improving commercial processes.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a commercially aware Quantity Surveyor who has a strong understanding of electrical installations and enjoys being involved in the full project lifecycle.

Essential Experience

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within an electrical contracting or M&E environment.
• Strong electrical knowledge and understanding of electrical installation projects.
• Experience managing project costs, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Good understanding of construction contracts, ideally JCT and/or NEC.
• Strong negotiation, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work collaboratively with operational teams.

Desirable Experience

• Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a similar discipline.
• Experience working on commercial electrical projects.
• Experience with estimating, tendering and procurement.
• Full UK driving licence.

What's in It for You?

• Salary up to £70,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Car allowance and additional benefits package.
• Career progression: Join a growing business with opportunities to develop professionally and take on further responsibility.
• Supportive working environment: Become part of a close-knit team where your contribution is recognised and valued.
• Variety of projects: Work across a diverse portfolio of electrical installations throughout Essex and London.
• Autonomy and responsibility: Have genuine ownership of your projects and the opportunity to influence commercial decisions.
• Long-term stability: Join an established contractor with a strong pipeline of ongoing and future work.
• Professional development: Opportunities to expand your knowledge and progress your career within the business.