RMErecruit is partnering with a rapidly growing specialist electrical contractor delivering complex schemes across the UK, Ireland, and Europe to appoint a hands-on Senior Quantity Surveyor (Electrical Bias).
This dual-function role balances front-end estimating with end-to-end post-contract commercial management, directly shaping project profitability and margin control across high-profile infrastructure schemes.
The Role
- Live Commercial Delivery: Take full responsibility for live project finances—managing monthly applications for payment, variation accounts, interim valuations, and final accounts while working closely with internal delivery managers and client commercial teams.
- Pre-Construction & Estimating: Flex seamlessly between front-end pricing and post-contract management—assisting with tender submissions, detailed cost estimating, and initial budget setup for specialist electrical scopes.
- Cost Control & CVRs: Conduct regular Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) reviews, track project performance against target budgets, produce cost-to-complete forecasts, and lead financial performance meetings with project managers to proactively address potential overspends.
- Supply Chain Management: Manage electrical subcontractor and supplier procurement—issuing packages, conducting site measures, drafting subcontracts, and managing subcontractor variation accounts alongside the site delivery teams.
- Commercial Systems & Reporting: Maintain up-to-date financial data in company systems to ensure accurate internal KPI reporting, cash flow visibility, and performance tracking.
- Team Guidance: Oversee day-to-day commercial administration and assist in guiding junior commercial team members.
The Person
- Experience: Strong background as a Quantity Surveyor working directly for a specialist electrical or power contractor.
- Sector Background: Strong electrical bias—experience across sectors such as power distribution, HV/MV infrastructure, industrial, renewables, or complex infrastructure schemes.
- Skillset: Comprehensive commercial expertise spanning the full lifecycle, from front-end pricing and budget setup to CVRs, cost forecasting, and final accounts.
- Location & Travel: Based out of the Northern Ireland regional HQ, with flexibility to undertake occasional, ad-hoc travel to client meetings or project sites across the UK and Europe.
- Attributes: Ambitious, commercially sharp, proactive, and capable of building effective relationships with internal managers, subcontractors, and client representatives.
Qualifications Required
Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management qualification is expected, with proven hands-on commercial experience in electrical or power contractor settings.
What is in it for you?
- Visibility & Impact: Join an expanding, ambitious firm where your contributions drive direct business outcomes.
- Professional Growth: Exposure to high-profile schemes across the UK and international markets.
- Competitive Package: A competitive base salary and comprehensive compensation package aligned with experience.
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Quantity Surveyor - Electrical Bias employer: RMErecruit
RMErecruit is an excellent employer, offering a highly competitive salary and a supportive work culture that values collaboration and teamwork. Located in the vibrant Lisburn area, employees enjoy benefits such as early finishes on Fridays and free on-site parking, alongside opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment focused on construction finance.
