Electrical Quantity Surveyor

An Electrical Quantity Surveyor manages costs, budgets, procurement, and contracts for electrical projects, ensuring cost efficiency and project profitability. They also analyze project requirements for cost optimization and prepare tender packages, bills of quantities, and contracts. Here's a more detailed breakdown of an Electrical Quantity Surveyor's responsibilities: • Cost Management & Estimation: • Develops accurate cost estimates for electrical projects, considering materials, labor, timeframes, and other relevant factors. • Monitors and controls project costs throughout the lifecycle, identifying potential cost overruns and implementing cost-saving measures. • Manages risks related to project costs and develops contingency plans. • Performs value engineering to identify opportunities for cost optimization. • Procurement & Contracts: • Prepares tender packages and contracts, including bills of quantities, for electrical projects. • Negotiates contracts with suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring favorable terms and conditions. • Manages the procurement process, ensuring timely delivery of materials and equipment. • Financial Control & Reporting: • Tracks project budgets and expenditures, preparing regular financial reports for stakeholders. • Analyzes financial performance of projects, identifying areas for improvement. • Assesses repair and maintenance costs. • Technical Skills: • Has a strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and practices. • Can design and draft sketches for electrical services, such as lighting layout, power layout, cableway layout, and line diagrams. • Drafts and prepares as-built drawings. • Site Coordination & Quality Control: • Coordinates site visits with relevant subcontractors and operation teams. • Checks quality control on-site as per design drawings.