Junior Quantity Surveyor, Limerick

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

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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