Electrical Quantity Surveyor

Hill McGlynn Recruitment; Essex; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Permanent position

Long-term job security

Career progression

Supportive working environment

Projects in Essex and London

Job summary

Hill McGlynn Recruitment is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor for an electrical contractor based in Essex. You will oversee commercial aspects, control costs and manage contracts from tender to final account.

The role requires strong electrical contracting experience, knowledge of JCT/NEC contracts, and excellent negotiation and communication skills. A stable, long-term career with a growing business is offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the electrical contracting sector.
• Strong electrical experience is essential.
• Knowledge of construction contracts (JCT and/or NEC).
• Experience with subcontractor procurement, cost management, valuations and variations.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications and contractual documentation.
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of electrical projects from inception to completion.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost forecasts and financial reports.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, tender evaluations and contract negotiations.
• Prepare and submit valuations, variations and applications for payment.
• Monitor project expenditure, identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Site Managers and electrical teams to deliver projects.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, including payments, variations and final accounts.
• Review electrical drawings and project documentation for costs and commercial requirements.
• Ensure contractual compliance and maintain accurate commercial records.
• Attend project meetings and report on commercial performance.
• Support final accounts preparation and negotiation.

Skills

Strong electrical experience

Commercial awareness

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management qualification

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - Electrical Contractor

Location: Essex

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established and growing electrical contractor based in Essex, delivering a range of domestic and commercial electrical projects across Essex and London.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in electrical contracting to join a reputable business that prides itself on delivering high-quality workmanship and professional services.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the commercial aspects of electrical projects, ensuring effective cost management, contract administration and financial performance from initial tender through to final account.

Our client offers a supportive working environment, long-term job security and opportunities for career development within a growing business.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of electrical installation projects from inception through to completion.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost forecasts and financial reports.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, tender evaluations and contract negotiations.
• Prepare and submit valuations, variations and applications for payment.
• Monitor project expenditure, identifying commercial risks and opportunities.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers and electrical installation teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, including payments, variations and final accounts.
• Review electrical drawings, specifications and project documentation to assess costs and commercial requirements.
• Ensure contractual compliance and maintain accurate commercial records.
• Attend project meetings and provide regular updates on commercial performance.
• Support the preparation and negotiation of final accounts.

Experience & Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the electrical contracting sector.
• Strong electrical experience is essential, ideally gained working directly for an electrical contractor.
• Good understanding of commercial and domestic electrical installations, including cabling, containment, power distribution and associated electrical works.
• Experience managing the commercial aspects of electrical projects from tender through to final account.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, including JCT and/or NEC.
• Experience with subcontractor procurement, cost management, valuations and variations.
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications and contractual documentation.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline would be advantageous.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working on commercial electrical installation projects.
• Knowledge of electrical testing, inspection and compliance requirements.
• Experience working across multiple electrical projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with LV electrical installations, distribution systems and associated infrastructure.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Permanent position with an established electrical contractor.
• Long-term job security within a growing business.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Supportive and professional working environment.
• Varied portfolio of domestic and commercial electrical projects across Essex and London.