Quantity Surveyor

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 750,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collective agreement

Flexible hours

Healthcare allowance

Global career prospects

Onboarding mentor

Training & education

Diversity of nationalities

Parental leave top-up

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. is seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to support tendering and execution phases of large HVDC projects worldwide.

You will manage BoQs, cost estimation, and commercial support across the project lifecycle, collaborating with engineering, procurement, and external contractors. The role is based in Västerås or Ludvika, Sweden, and requires 5+ years in quantity surveying, with fluency in English and familiarity with international standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in quantity surveying, cost engineering, commercial management, civil works, or construction management.
• Experience in EPC projects, energy infrastructure, substations, HVDC, power plants, or industrial construction is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of BoQ preparation, quantity take-offs, cost control, and contract administration.
• Familiarity with measurement and cost estimation standards such as CESMM, NRM2, POM(I), or other international methods of measurement for civil and infrastructure works.
• Experience working with international contractors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Knowledge of German and/or French is considered a merit.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Bills of Quantities (BoQs) and quantity take-offs for HVDC civil works throughout tendering and project execution.
• Support cost estimation, benchmarking, affordability initiatives, and commercial evaluations.
• Collaborate with engineering, project, and procurement teams to ensure accurate scope, quantities, and cost alignment.
• Monitor project costs, variations, claims, and change orders to support effective cost control.
• Support subcontractor management, contract administration, cost forecasting, and project reporting.
• Perform quantity take-offs and cost analyses based on engineering deliverables, technical drawings, and digital models.
• Drive continuous improvement by maintaining quantity and cost data, identifying risks, and recommending cost optimization opportunities.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost estimation

Contract administration

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Construction Management degree

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

CESMM/NRM2 knowledge

Cost estimation methods

Job description

The opportunity

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Quantity Surveyor to join our growing team and support both the tendering and execution phases of large-scale HVDC projects worldwide.

In this role, you will play a key part in civil works cost management, quantity estimation, and commercial support throughout the project lifecycle. You will work closely with Engineering, Construction & Commissioning, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, and external contractors to help deliver competitive and successful HVDC projects.

This position is based in Västerås or Ludvika, Sweden.

How You'll Make An Impact

• Develop and manage Bills of Quantities (BoQs) and quantity take-offs for HVDC civil works throughout tendering and project execution.
• Support cost estimation, benchmarking, affordability initiatives, and commercial evaluations.
• Collaborate with engineering, project, and procurement teams to ensure accurate scope, quantities, and cost alignment.
• Monitor project costs, variations, claims, and change orders to support effective cost control.
• Support subcontractor management, contract administration, cost forecasting, and project reporting.
• Perform quantity take-offs and cost analyses based on engineering deliverables, technical drawings, and digital models.
• Drive continuous improvement by maintaining quantity and cost data, identifying risks, and recommending cost optimization opportunities.

Your background

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in quantity surveying, cost engineering, commercial management, civil works, or construction management.
• Experience in EPC projects, energy infrastructure, substations, HVDC, power plants, or industrial construction is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of BoQ preparation, quantity take-offs, cost control, and contract administration.
• Familiarity with recognized measurement and cost estimation standards such as CESMM, NRM2, POM(I), or other international methods of measurement for civil and infrastructure works.
• Experience working with international contractors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Knowledge of German and/or French is considered a merit.

What We Offer

• Collective agreement
• Flexible working hours
• Health care and wellness allowanceFantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally
• Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase
• Various training and education supporting employee development
• Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

More About Us

Recruiting Manager Elyas Hashemi, [e-mail] will answer your questions about the position. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Oliver Chicaiza, [e-mail]

Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer; Mikael Hjort, + 46107 38 29 86; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, [phone]; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, [phone].