At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare cost estimates for EV installation projects and collaborate with teams.
- Company: Join a leading company in renewable energy with a commitment to a zero carbon future.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, private healthcare, generous holiday, and a pension plan.
- Other info: Flexible working options and a culture that values diverse perspectives.
- Why this job: Be part of a team shaping the future of energy while making a real impact.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Estimator in construction or energy sectors.
The predicted salary is between 42300 - 51700 £ per year.
Permanent position in Ipswich/hybrid. We are enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all. As part of the Commercial Team, the Quantity Surveyor will:
- Prepare accurate cost estimates and pricing for EV installation projects and ongoing services, covering design, supply chain, installation, and connection of quantities and commercial pricing models.
- Evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations alongside Procurement and Commercial teams to ensure best value, compliance, and risk control.
- Partner with project and design teams to validate quantities and assess build.
- Support value engineering, cost optimisation, and risk management to protect margins and deliver against commercial KPIs.
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Estimator within construction, grid connections, M&E, installations, energy, or EV environments is required. Strong knowledge of construction and electrical systems is essential. Experience in managing and executing standard construction contracts is also necessary. Advanced experience using estimating software and digital tools is preferred.
We offer a discretionary bonus depending on company performance, private healthcare, SAYE (Sharesave) discretionary scheme from time to time, and a group personal pension plan where we'll pay up to 10%. Holiday entitlement is 25 days plus bank holidays.
We work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and encourage all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents. We value flexible working.
Building Surveyor Contract Full Time in Ipswich employer: Drax
Drax is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Glasgow where innovation meets sustainability. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide comprehensive benefits including a discretionary bonus and pension plan, alongside a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance. Join us in our mission towards a zero-carbon energy future, and be part of a team that values your expertise and contributions.
