The Quantity Surveyor Electrical will manage the cost planning, tendering, and contract administration for electrical installations in construction projects. With a robust foundation in electrical engineering, the role involves preparing precise cost estimates, controlling budgets, and ensuring that all electrical systems meet industry standards and client specifications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Cost Estimation & Budgeting:
- Prepare detailed cost estimates and bills of quantities for electrical installations.
- Develop and maintain project budgets, ensuring accuracy from initial estimates to project completion.
- Tendering & Procurement:
- Assist in preparing tender documents specific to electrical works.
- Evaluate bids from electrical subcontractors, ensuring competitive pricing and quality standards.
- Contract Administration:
- Oversee the administration of contracts, managing changes and variations related to electrical works.
- Prepare interim and final accounts, ensuring financial compliance and transparency.
- Cost Control & Reporting:
- Monitor and control project expenditures for electrical components.
- Prepare regular reports and forecasts to highlight cost performance and potential risks.
- Coordination & Collaboration:
- Work closely with project managers, electrical engineers, and design teams to align cost plans with technical specifications.
- Liaise with stakeholders to address queries and support value engineering initiatives.
- Risk Management & Compliance:
- Identify potential cost-related risks in electrical projects and develop mitigation strategies.
- Ensure that all electrical works adhere to industry standards, safety regulations, and quality benchmarks.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Education:
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Certifications or additional training in quantity surveying or construction management are a plus.
- Experience:
- Demonstrated experience in quantity surveying, with a focus on electrical systems in construction projects.
- Proven track record in cost estimation, tendering, and contract administration within the electrical domain.