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 45001)
Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001)
Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001)
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.
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