Mechanical & Electrical Quantity Surveyor M&E Construction Projects
Waterford, County Waterford, Ireland
€75000 p.a.
Mechanical Engineering
Posted 20 days ago
Job Title: Mechanical & Electrical Quantity Surveyor M&E Construction Projects
Location: Co Waterford
Established mechanical and electrical contractor delivering commercial and industrial projects
€75,000 package including pension, bonus and career progression
The Company
This well-established M&E contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical installations across commercial, industrial and mixed-use developments. With a growing project pipeline in the South East, the company continues to secure repeat business through its focus on quality, safety and technical excellence.
You will be joining a commercially driven team in a business that values accuracy, collaboration and long-term client relationships, offering a stable environment with clear opportunities for progression.
The Role – Mechanical & Electrical Quantity Surveyor
This is a key commercial role supporting the delivery of mechanical and electrical packages across multiple live projects. You will take ownership of cost management from pre-contract stage through to final account, ensuring financial performance is maintained while supporting project teams on site.
Working closely with project managers, engineers and subcontractors, you will play a critical role in cost control, procurement and commercial reporting, ensuring projects are delivered on budget and in line with contractual requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Salary: €75,000 (DOE)
Benefits:
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing mechanical and electrical contractor with a strong presence in the South East. You will gain exposure to a diverse range of projects while working within a supportive commercial team that values input and professional development.
With a consistent pipeline of work and a reputation for delivering technically complex projects, this role offers long-term stability and the chance to progress into senior commercial roles as the business continues to expand.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, send your CV to stephen@breaghrecruitment.com or call Stephen on 015314345 for a confidential discussion.
Why Breagh Recruitment
Breagh Recruitment specialise in placing Mechanical & Electrical Quantity Surveyors across Ireland, working closely with leading M&E contractors on commercial, industrial and process projects. If you are considering a move within the M&E Quantity Surveying sector, we have a strong track record of securing roles that align with your experience and career goals.
Location: Co Waterford
Established mechanical and electrical contractor delivering commercial and industrial projects
€75,000 package including pension, bonus and career progression
The Company
This well-established M&E contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical installations across commercial, industrial and mixed-use developments. With a growing project pipeline in the South East, the company continues to secure repeat business through its focus on quality, safety and technical excellence.
You will be joining a commercially driven team in a business that values accuracy, collaboration and long-term client relationships, offering a stable environment with clear opportunities for progression.
The Role – Mechanical & Electrical Quantity Surveyor
This is a key commercial role supporting the delivery of mechanical and electrical packages across multiple live projects. You will take ownership of cost management from pre-contract stage through to final account, ensuring financial performance is maintained while supporting project teams on site.
Working closely with project managers, engineers and subcontractors, you will play a critical role in cost control, procurement and commercial reporting, ensuring projects are delivered on budget and in line with contractual requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage all commercial aspects of M&E packages from tender through to final account
- Prepare detailed cost plans, estimates and bills of quantities for mechanical and electrical works
- Support subcontractor procurement, tender analysis and contract placement
- Monitor project costs, valuations, variations and cashflow to maintain accurate financial control
- Prepare interim valuations, cost reports and forecasts for ongoing projects
- Manage subcontractor accounts, applications for payment and final account agreements
- Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities across projects
- Ensure compliance with contract conditions, procurement strategies and client requirements
- Support value engineering initiatives to drive cost efficiency without impacting quality
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to regular commercial reporting
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics or a related discipline
- Minimum 3 years experience in a Quantity Surveying role with exposure to M&E works
- Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems within construction projects
- Experience preparing cost plans, BOQs and tender documentation for M&E packages
- Solid knowledge of construction contracts and procurement processes
- Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage cost and risk effectively
- Proficient in Excel and cost management software such as CostX or Bluebeam
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Organised, detail-focused and capable of working closely with site and project teams
Salary: €75,000 (DOE)
Benefits:
- Performance related bonus
- Pension
- Healthcare
- Ongoing CPD and clear progression path
- Exposure to a strong pipeline of regional M&E projects
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing mechanical and electrical contractor with a strong presence in the South East. You will gain exposure to a diverse range of projects while working within a supportive commercial team that values input and professional development.
With a consistent pipeline of work and a reputation for delivering technically complex projects, this role offers long-term stability and the chance to progress into senior commercial roles as the business continues to expand.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, send your CV to stephen@breaghrecruitment.com or call Stephen on 015314345 for a confidential discussion.
Why Breagh Recruitment
Breagh Recruitment specialise in placing Mechanical & Electrical Quantity Surveyors across Ireland, working closely with leading M&E contractors on commercial, industrial and process projects. If you are considering a move within the M&E Quantity Surveying sector, we have a strong track record of securing roles that align with your experience and career goals.
