Electrical Engineering
Posted 2 hours ago
As part of your new companies continued growth in Ireland, they are seeking an experienced Electrical Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. This is a permanent role based in Co. Kildare or Dublin, supporting key infrastructure and energy-related projects.
Your new company are a leading engineering and construction contractor delivering major infrastructure projects across Ireland and the UK.
With a strong track record in the Transportation, Energy, Water, and Natural Resources sectors, they operate across the full project lifecycle, from early-stage design and planning through to construction, commissioning, and long-term asset management.
For those eager to learn more about this exciting opportunity, please do not hesitate to reach out to Stephen at stephen@breaghrecruitment.com / 015314345
Electrical Quantity Surveyor Skills:
- 3–5+ years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor, with a focus on electrical or M&E packages.
- Proven track record on large infrastructure, utilities, or industrial projects.
- Solid understanding of electrical systems and the construction process from a commercial perspective.
- Knowledge of forms of contract commonly used in Ireland (e.g. Public Works Contract, NEC, FIDIC).
- Proficient in cost reporting and commercial software tools (e.g. Excel, Candy, COINS, or similar).
- Excellent negotiation, analytical, and reporting skills.
- Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or Electrical Engineering.
- Experience on projects in sectors such as energy, power transmission, or water infrastructure.
- Chartered or working towards chartership with SCSI/RICS or similar professional body.
- Experience in both pre-contract and post-contract QS functions.
As an Electrical Quantity Surveyor:
- Manage the commercial aspects of electrical packages on large-scale civil and infrastructure projects.
- Prepare, submit, and agree interim and final valuations, variations, and claims.
- Assess subcontractor applications, variations, and final accounts.
- Ensure accurate cost control and forecasting, maintaining live cost reports throughout project lifecycle.
- Work with project teams to identify and manage risks and opportunities relating to cost and value.
- Attend site meetings and liaise with operational and technical teams to monitor progress and support decision-making.
- Assist in procurement of electrical subcontractors and materials, including issuing enquiries, tender analysis, and order placement.
- Ensure contractual compliance with all project and client obligations.
- Prepare and issue monthly CVRs (Cost Value Reconciliations) and commercial reports.
The Package:
Salary will be DOE, but you can expect a salary of at least €85,000 plus package.
Interviews are taking place this week so if you are interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date CV to stephen@breaghrecruitment.com or call us now on 00353(0)15314345.
The Breagh Team:
Breagh Recruitment are the go-to specialist construction and engineering recruitment consultants, providing qualified and experienced professionals with Construction jobs across the UK and Ireland, with an ethos based on flexibility, hard work, and a bit of good old common sense. We live within these core values servicing our clients and candidates daily.
Key roles we recruit for include Health & Safety managers, M&E project managers, construction managers, M&E site engineers, M&E quantity surveyors, civil engineers, site agents, estimators, buyers, bid managers and M&E site supervisors, across Ireland and the UK.
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