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NW - Quantity Surveyor (Band 5)

 
Vacancy Number:  27418
Category:  Quantity Surveyor
Job Type:  Full-time
 

 

Position Description

The Quantity Surveyor role within the Contracting Partners Group (CPG) of ESB Networks (ESBN) will encompass all aspects of quantity surveying and cost management for our full range of civil engineering and electrical projects including High Voltage Electrical substation construction and refurbishment, Trenching, Ducting & Cabling works, Overhead Lines as well as supporting the tendering, evaluation and implementation of various framework contracts within CPG. The role will involve close liaison with Senior Quantity Surveyors, Framework Owners and other design professionals, clients and contractors.

 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Cost management function throughout all stages of a project including preparation of Estimates, Bills of Quantities, management of Contractor payments, assessment of variations and agreement of Final Account.
  • Preparation of Framework Tender Documentation, involvement in Pre-Qualification and Tender evaluations including liaising with ESBN Procurement function.
  • Undertake site evaluations, commercial site audits and commercial awareness training of Site Personnel/Project Team members.
  • Carry out data analysis on historic projects/work programmes to facilitate lessons learned and supporting of budgeting information for future work programmes.
  • Forecasting and monitoring of OPEX and CAPEX programmes.
  • Promoting the safety management culture across all activities demonstrating visible commitment to safety.
  • Ensure that Quality Procedures are implemented on all projects.
  • Assist with mentoring and professional development of junior staff.
  • Conduct tender assessments, evaluation, and negotiation, alongside report writing and interpretation.

 

Experience and Qualifications

 Essential

  • A level 8 degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
  • A minimum of 5 years (post qualification) relevant work experience in Quantity Surveying or equivalent is essential. 
  • Self-motivation and ability to project-manage own work and co-ordinate with those working alongside them.
  • Ability to make quality decisions and judgements with a logical yet imaginative approach to problem solving. 
  • Ability to work and share knowledge and competencies within a team structure.
  • A clear focus on delivery of high-quality work.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a proven record of being results driven and customer oriented.
  • Excellent report writing skills. 
  • Knowledge of the administration of main conditions of contract including FIDIC Conditions of Contract, Government Construction Contracts Committee (GCCC), National Engineering & Contracting Company (NECC) or similar
  • Full clean EU driving licence and access to a car is required - A flexible approach to work, including travel nationally as required. 

Desirable

  • Experience in Civil Engineering / Utility projects would be advantageous.
  • Experience with SAP and Microsoft SharePoint.

  • MRICS/MSCSI qualified, with Legal Registration under the Building Control Act 2007 is desirable. 

     

Location

Available base locations: 

  • Dublin
  • Portlaoise
  • Limerick
  • Sligo
  • Cork

 

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least one anchor day per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.

  

Reporting To

Contracting Partners Civils Framework Manager/Framework Development/Team Leads.

 

Why Work with Us?

  • Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
  • Career development through mentoring and training 
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
  • Sports and Social Clubs
  • Networking opportunities
  • Credit Union
  • Generous Pension
  • Access to staff well-being programmes
  • Generous parental leave entitlements
  • Strong values-based and inclusive culture
  • Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
  • Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

 

Salary

€57,000 - €68,000 per annum 

 

Closing Date

 4th November 2025

 

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role. 

 

 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law. 

Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie.  

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.
 

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