Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to join the Engineering Partner of choice Suir Engineering. Suir Engineering is part of the EDF Group with offices in Ireland, Denmark, Sweden, and Germany. We deliver leading edge next generation solutions to clients by designing, building, and installing Data Centres, Pharma and Medical Device plants and Renewable Energy Systems.

We are currently recruiting for an Estimator / QS (CSA Background) on a full-time permanent basis to join our growing business. This particular position would be based in Stockholm, Sweden.


Overall Role Objective
The Estimator is responsible for the preparation, submission and management of electrical/mechanical tenders allocated. The main objective of this role is to achieve accurate net costs in accordance with the client’s specification and our subcontract documents.



Key Responsibilities/Duties
· Accurately quantify material, plant and labour requirements for allocated electrical/mechanical projects.
· Ensure that for pre-designed projects enquiries relative to the supply of materials, plant and labour are satisfactorily dealt with and that relevant information, contractual and trading particulars are distributed.
· Undertake the assessment of tender bids from relevant subcontractors and specialists.
· Prepare project risk register at tender stage.
· Prepare estimates utilising computer aided systems including input of data, ensuring the Estimating Manual procedures are adhered to throughout.
· Ensure all tender documents are received as shown on document register.
· Produce summary sheet and associated documentation and presentation of package for tender adjudication to meet deadlines.
· Prepare client tender documentation on completion of tender, including production of correspondence on exclusions/variations/extension to tender dates.
· Attend and contribute at pre-contract meetings and post-tender interviews.
· In preparation of tenders, attend site surveys and liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to tender submission status.
· Negotiate prices with suppliers and subcontractors.
· Work safely in accordance with the company’s current health and safety policy and procedures.
· Any other reasonable and relevant duties as requested by your Manager, necessary to meet the ongoing needs of the company.

Qualifications / Skills
· The successful candidate will need a minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the HV/MV Sector and have a clear knowledge of the requirements.
· Minimum of two years’ experience in an Estimator role or relevant trade qualification and background.
· The ability to read, interpret and understand specifications and drawings.
· Experience of computerised estimating software.
· Confidentiality is essential.
· The ability to think ahead, plan and prioritise workload.
· The ability to work with the minimum of supervision.
· Numeracy and literacy skills.
· The ability to work as part of a team.
· The ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines.
· Good communication skills.
· A proactive approach to problem solving.
· PC Skills: Computer literacy including MS Office.


In return from Suir ….
· Competitive salary commensurate with experience
· Contribution to Private Healthcare
· 25 days annual leave
· Employee Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programme
· Educational Assistance and CPD
· Opportunity to become part of great team and work on large scale projects


Our way of working is called the Suir Way, designed to help us continually improve. The benefit for employees is:
· Our people are empowered to make changes to ensure a quality install through effective ways of working.
· Our people have a voice and feel empowered.
· We have an in-built culture of innovation, learning and continuous improvement.
· Value is delivered every step of the journey. Our efficient processes deliver value.
· We have a standard, consistent and fully integrated health, safety, environment, and quality system within the business.
At Suir Engineering are an equal opportunities employer, we value our greatest asset …. our People.