Overview
In this role you will manage the commercial delivery of electrical and MEP packages within high-regulation defence projects. You will lead NEC contract administration, oversee cost forecasting and reporting, and supervise commercial risk throughout the project lifecycle. You’ll collaborate with project managers, engineers and design teams to enable on-time, within-budget delivery while supporting client and supply chain relationships. This is a chance to shape large-scale, nationally significant infrastructure with a focus on safety, integrity, and delivery excellence.
Pay / Benefits
- car allowance
- private medical insurance
- life assurance
- income protection insurance
- pension scheme
- discretionary annual salary reviews
Responsibilities
- Manage commercial aspects of electrical works packages from procurement to final account
- Prepare and maintain cost forecasts, CVRs, cash flow forecasts and cost-to-complete reporting
- Administer NEC contracts and ensure contractual obligations are understood and managed
- Produce and review payment applications, subcontract valuations and final accounts
- Support procurement activities including tender reviews and subcontract negotiations
- Monitor project performance against budgets and coordinate corrective actions
- Maintain accurate commercial records and documentation
- Collaborate with project managers and design teams to identify commercial risks and opportunities
- Build and maintain relationships with clients, contractors and supply chain partners
- Provide commercial advice across electrical infrastructure work packages
Key requirements
- Degree qualified in quantity surveying, commercial management or related discipline
- Proven experience managing electrical or MEP packages on major projects
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems including HV/LV infrastructure and substations
- Experience administering NEC3 and/or NEC4 contracts
- Experience preparing forecasts, valuations, cost reporting and final accounts
- Strong commercial and financial acumen with negotiation skills
- Experience in integrated project teams in complex delivery environments
- Advanced stakeholder management and communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
- stakeholder management
- negotiation
- communication
- NEC3/NEC4 contract administration
- cost forecasting and reporting (CVR, cash flow, cost-to-complete)
- final accounts and subcontract valuations
Electrical Quantity Surveyor - Defence in Plymouth employer: Mace group
Mace is an exceptional employer that prioritises safety, diversity, and inclusivity, fostering a supportive work environment where every team member can thrive. As part of the Sizewell C project, you will engage in meaningful work at the forefront of the UK's climate change agenda, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development. Our commitment to flexible working arrangements ensures that you can balance your career ambitions with personal well-being, making Mace a truly rewarding place to build your career.
