Quantity Surveyor

Rockwell; Cork; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training opportunities

Supportive working environment

Job summary

A developing engineering firm in County Cork is seeking a M&E Quantity Surveyor to manage electrical project aspects from budget to final accounts. The role requires a 3rd level qualification in Quantity Surveying and at least 2 years of experience in the construction sector, preferably with mechanical or electrical projects. The company offers a competitive salary, prioritizes work-life balance, and supports professional growth through training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a quantity surveyor in the construction industry.
• Experience with electrical or mechanical projects.
• Positive attitude with a passion to learn and succeed.
• Experience with an M&E contractor is favourable.
• Proficient in generating detailed monthly reports using MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Full management of electrical projects from budget to final accounts.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Identify and report potential commercial risks.
• Update monthly progress reports accurately.
• Manage subcontractor accounts from award to interim valuation, variations, and final account.
• Forecast turnover and cash flow of the projects.
• Oversee the commercial aspects of all projects for accurate reporting.
• Stay updated on industry trends and technologies affecting Electrical and Mechanical systems.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Microsoft Office proficiency

Ability to generate detailed reports

Education

Relevant 3rd level qualification in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you a M&E Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step in your career with a dynamic and progressive engineering company?

Rockwell is currently in a phase of significant growth in Ireland and because of this, we are currently looking for a Quantity Surveyor who has had exposure to both electrical and mechanical disciplines to be working on projects in the Munster region.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• You will be responsible for the full management, budget, estimating through construction to final accounts of Electrical projects of various sizes.
• Make sure that all contractual requirements are met and offer guidance and oversight to the construction team in relation to this.
• Capability to identify potential commercial risks and ensure prompt reporting of same to management.
• Review and update monthly progress reports to accurately reflect remeasurements, site variations, additional work, and any claims.
• Manage subcontractor accounts from initial award to interim valuation, variations, and final account.
• Managing and forecasting of turnover and cash flow of the projects
• Evaluating and overseeing the commercial aspects of all projects to ensure accurate and trustworthy reporting.
• Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and new technologies affecting Electrical and Mechanical systems.

Essential Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Experience:

• Relevant 3rd level qualification in Quantity Surveying,
• Have a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a quantity surveyor within the construction industry, with exposure to mechanical or electrical projects
• Have strong commercial awareness
• Previous experience working with an M&E Contractor is favourable.
• Be comfortable in your use of Microsoft Office, with the ability to generate detailed monthly reports.
• Have a positive attitude with a passion to learn & succeed, an energetic approach and an ability to take accountability

Why join Rockwell?

We provide a competitive salary that reflects your experience and qualifications. You will also have the chance to work in a vibrant and supportive setting, collaborating with experts in the field and making a positive impact on the environment. Our company prioritises work-life balance and supports your professional growth through training opportunities.

Rockwell is an equal opportunities employer