Job Title: Quantity Surveyor – HV Electrical Utilities (NEC Contracts)
📍 Location: South Wales
🕒 Employment Type: Permanent
About the Role
We are looking for a driven and detail-focused Quantity Surveyor to join our team, supporting a wide range of high-voltage (HV) electrical utility projects. Working primarily on electrical infrastructure (90%+), including substations, HV cabling, and power distribution works, you will play a critical role in the commercial and contractual management of NEC-based contracts.
This position offers a blend of traditional Quantity Surveying duties with a strong emphasis on estimating, take-offs, and accurate measurement, supporting the project lifecycle from tender through to final account.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage all commercial aspects of projects under NEC3/4 contracts.
* Undertake detailed measurement and take-offs from drawings and specifications.
* Assist with estimating and cost planning for electrical works including HV cabling, substations, and associated civil packages.
* Monitor project costs and cash flow forecasts.
* Prepare and manage valuations, applications for payment, and variations.
* Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers for procurement and cost management.
* Support the project delivery team in financial reporting and contract compliance.
Requirements
* Minimum 3+ years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally in the electrical utilities or power sector.
* Strong working knowledge of NEC3/4 contracts is essential.
* Experience with electrical estimating, measurement, and cost planning is required.
* Proven ability to work on HV infrastructure such as substations, power cabling, and DNO connections.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and commercial reporting skills.
* Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management.