Quantity Surveyor

Vacancy Number: 28251
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 and electrical engineering 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 and other design professionals, clients and contractors.

Key Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

• 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.


• 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.


• Assist with mentoring and professional development of junior staff


• Tender assessment, evaluation and negotiation


• Report writing and interpretation

Essential

• Minimum Quantity Surveying experience of 5 years (Post Qualification) is essential


• Self\-motivation and ability to manage own work and co\-ordinate with those working alongside him/her


• Ability to make quality decisions and judgements with a logical yet imaginative approach to problem solving


• Ability to work and share knowledge within a team structure


• A clear focus on delivery of high\-quality work


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Excellent report writing skills


• Proven record of being results driven and customer oriented


• A flexible approach to work, including travel nationally where required


• Knowledge of the administration of main conditions of contract including FIDIC Conditions of Contract and New Engineering Contract (NEC) or similar

• Experience in Civil Engineering / Utility / Electrical / Overhead Lines projects would be advantageous


• Experience with SAP and SharePoint


• Advanced Excel Skills

Essential

• Level 8 Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification (of a minimum of 5 years) is essential


• Full Irish/EU driving license and access to a car

• MRICS/MSCSI qualified, with legal registration under the Building Control Act 2007

Dublin/Portlaoise/Limerick/Cork/Athlone/Sligo

Smart Working at ESB is designed to make ‘in\-person’ time together as purposeful as possible while also enabling the effective use of digital tools and hybrid arrangements to preserve our commitment to flexibility. The successful candidate may work flexibly within the jurisdiction where they have been employed, with attendance at the workplace for in\-person collaboration at least two days per week. All Smart Working arrangements are subject to regular review based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the business.

Reporting to

Contracting Partners Team Lead / Manager in Framework Operations / Civils team.

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

€59,000 to €70,00 per annum

Closing Date

8th June 2026

Interview

Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will complete a Behavioural Interview based on each of the following Behaviours, which underpin how we work at ESB and are critical to delivering our strategy:

• Accountable and Ethical


• Collaborative


• Growing and Adaptive


• Proactive


• Respectful and Supportive

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

The successful candidate will be required to evidence their right to work in the Republic of Ireland prior to commencement of employment.

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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