The Junior Quantity Surveyor will support the commercial management of power plant and energy infrastructure projects (e.g. gas-fired, renewable, balance-of-plant works) within EPC, EPCM, or multi-package delivery models commonly used in the power sector in Ireland and the UK.
The role focuses on assisting with: Cost Management Support Procurement Subcontracting Support Contract Administration Support Key Responsibilities: Cost Management Measurement Assist in the preparation of project cost plans, cost reports, interim valuations, and final accounts for power plant works.
Carry out measurement and quantity take-offs for: Civil structural works (foundations, buildings, piling) Mechanical and piping supports Electrical works (ducting, cable containment, earthing) Balance-of-Plant (BoP) Enabling works Prepare Bills of Quantities / Schedules of Rates in accordance with: ARM4 (Ireland) CESMM4 / NRM (UK, where applicable) Support estimating activities for enabling works, temporary works, and design changes.
Procurement Package Support: Assist in the preparation of procurement packages for power plant works.
Support the issue and evaluation of RFQs / tenders in line with agreed procurement strategies.
Assist with the administration of subcontractor accounts, including: Measurement verification Interim payment applications Record keeping and cost tracking Maintain cost records for supplier and subcontractor variations under guidance from senior staff.
Contract Administration Support: Assist in administering contracts typically used on power projects, such as: EPC / EPCM contracts Public Works Contracts NEC / bespoke energy contracts (Ireland/UK private clients) Support the tracking and assessment of: Variations Compensation events Change orders linked to design development or site conditions Maintain commercial logs and support early identification of cost and programme risks.
Escalate potential commercial or contractual issues to senior management promptly.
Financial Reporting Controls Support Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) and project cashflow reporting.
Liaise with the accounts department to reconcile: Costs incurred Value certified Forecast final outturn Assist with preparation of monthly commercial and cost reports for management and client interfaces.
Interfaces with Engineering Construction Work closely with engineering, construction, and planning teams to: Align quantities with design maturity Support pricing of design changes Maintain traceability between drawings, models, and cost data Assist in managing commercial impacts arising from: Design development Temporary works requirements Construction sequencing changes Tools Systems Use commercial and measurement software relevant to power projects, including: Bluebeam Revu BIM-based measurement tools where applicable CostX Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word for cost reporting and analysis.
Support digital cost management and document control systems.
Compliance, Quality Safety: Support the implementation of: Health Safety Management Systems (ISO *****) Quality Management Systems (ISO ****) Environmental Management Systems (ISO *****) Ensure commercial activities align with project safety, quality, and environmental requirements typical of power plant construction.
Professional Development: Work under the guidance and mentoring of senior commercial staff.
Develop knowledge of power plant construction methods, sequencing, and commercial risk profiles.
Build experience in EPC-style contracting, change management, and cost forecasting.
Participate in training and continuous professional development.
General : Undertake other related duties appropriate to the level of the role as assigned by management.