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Quantity Surveyor

 
 
Vacancy Number:  16425
Engineering
Job Type:  Full-time
 

ESB is a purpose led company striving to create a brighter future for the customers and communities we serve, leading the transition to reliable, affordable, low-carbon energy.  Today, we operate one of the most progressive electricity systems in the world, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission, distribution and supply in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, and an international energy consulting business.

With almost 8,000 employees we invested €1bn in infrastructure last year, contributed over €2bn to the economies we operate in and distributed over €2m across a range of community initiatives. This requires us to bring the best of our capabilities together to deliver innovative and value-driven solutions that enable our customers to live low-carbon lives. ESB strives to foster an effective and inclusive culture where people engage, challenge and feel connected to our purpose, colleagues, customers and community.

Position: Quantity Surveyor

 

A Brighter, zero carbon future awaits!

 

Our team in the Centre of Engineering provides the full range of planning, design, construction and maintenance services requires for electricity industry infrastrucutre projects in Ireland and overseas. The Quantity Surveyor role will encompass all aspects of quantity surveying and cost management for our full range of civil engineering projects including electrical substation and infrastructure developments, ducting & cabling works, general civil engineering and construction projects. The role will involve close liaison with Senior Quantity Surveyors and other design professionals, clients and contractors.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Pre & Post Contract Commercial Management duties from preparation of Order of Magnitude Costs, Bills of Quantities and tender documentation through to tender assessment, valuations and management of post contract changes
  • Liaison with Procurement Function and report writing
  • Promoting the safety management culture across all activities demonstrating visible commitment to safety
  • Assist with mentoring and professional development of junior staff

 

 

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

 

Working as part of this dynamic team, you will always have new challenges and new problems to solve – working together is key.  You will have the autonomy to choose how best to tackle tasks and solve problems with the support of your colleagues.

The successful candidate will have the following skills and qualifications: -

 

Essential

  • Minimum Quantity Surveying experience of 5 years (Post Qualification)
  • Proven track record of delivery projects on time and to the highest professional standards
  • Self-motivation and ability to project-manage own work and coordinate with those working alongside him/her
  • Proven record of being results driven and customer oriented.
  • Full clean Irish/EU driving licence and access to a car.
  • A flexible approach to work, especially where necessary to deliver excellent customer service
  • Knowledge of the administration of main conditions of contract including FIDIC Conditions of Contract
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Desirable

  • Experience in the use of Buildsoft & Cubit software would be advantageous
  • Experience in Civil Engineering / Utility projects would be advantageous

 

Qualifications

 

Essential

  • Level 8 Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification

 

Desirable

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

 

 

Location

 

The position will be based in ESB EMP’s Offices at either One Dublin Airport Central or Eastgate Cork but you will be required to travel nationally in the course of general duties.

 

ESB is committed to offering flexibility in ways of working and we call that Smart Working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible and remote ways of working. The successful candidate may combine remote / smart working within the jurisdiction, with attendance at base for in-person collaboration, the frequency of which is agreed with the manager and subject to ongoing review.

 

 

Why ESB?

 

  • Opportunity to lead and operate on frontline of Ireland’s transition to net zero future​
  • Embracing & facilitating a Smart Working Future​ / Hybrid Working
  • Career development through mentoring, and training 
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
  • Active Social & Sports Clubs
  • Networking opportunities
  • Credit Union
  • Generous Pension Contributions
  • Access to Staff Well Being programmes
  • Generous parents leave entitlements
  • Great team environment working to our Core Values – Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

 

ESB has a comprehensive Diversity and Inclusion Programme

 

 

Reporting to

 

Senior Team leader, Transmission and Distribution Delivery

 

 

Salary 

 

€52,000 to €62,000 per annum 

 

 

Closing Date 

 

28th September 2022

 

A reserve list will be held for 6 months in which you will be placed if you are suitable for the role.

 

 

If you have any queries in relation to this job, please contact recruitment@esb.ie

 

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