QS Electrical Engineer

Devex Incorporated; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Devex Incorporated seeks an experienced QS Electrical Engineer to prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for electrical works in large-scale construction and infrastructure projects. The role entails quantity take-offs, cost control, and collaboration with design, procurement, and construction teams to deliver cost-efficient solutions.

You will read electrical drawings and specifications, monitor costs, evaluate progress billings, and assist in negotiations and change orders.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical cost estimation and quantity surveying.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, industry standards, and safety codes.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Excel, and QS software.
• Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience in large-scale MEP or construction projects.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Leadership abilities and mentoring junior QS staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for electrical works in construction and infrastructure projects.
• Conduct quantity take-offs for electrical materials, equipment, and labor.
• Analyze project drawings, specifications, and designs to ensure accurate cost planning.
• Monitor project costs, prepare progress reports, and track variations against budgets.
• Prepare and evaluate progress billings, variation orders, and change requests.
• Collaborate with design, procurement, and construction teams to optimize cost-effective solutions.
• Participate in contract negotiations and help in evaluating claims and change orders.

Skills

Electrical cost estimation

Quantity surveying

Contract management

AutoCAD

MS Excel

QS software

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Mentoring junior QS staff

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Excel

QS software

Job description

About the role

The QS Electrical Engineer is responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and budgets, performing quantity take-offs, supporting tendering and procurement, monitoring project costs, managing contract variations, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with electrical standards and safety regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for electrical works in construction and infrastructure projects

• Conduct quantity take-offs for electrical materials, equipment, and labor

• Analyze project drawings, specifications, and designs to ensure accurate cost planning

• Monitor project costs, prepare progress reports, and track variations against budgets

• Prepare and evaluate progress billings, variation orders, and change requests

• Collaborate with design, procurement, and construction teams to optimize cost-effective solutions

• Participate in contract negotiations and help in evaluating claims and change orders

About you

• Proven experience in electrical project cost estimation, quantity surveying, and contract management

• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, industry standards, and safety codes

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Excel, and QS software

• Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Experience in large-scale MEP or construction projects

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

• Understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and cost control techniques

• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and technical documents

• Strong teamwork and leadership abilities, with experience mentoring junior QS staff