
Job Description
Join us, be part of more.
We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.
About your team:
We’re the pride of Ireland. Bord Gáis Energy have been powering the nation’s homes and businesses for almost 40 years. But now, we’re so much more than just gas and electric. Through our unique combination of household heroes and energy assets, we’re at the heart of the energy transition in Ireland, strengthening the country’s energy security and helping customers get ready for a net zero future.
About your role:
As the One Stop Shop (OSS) Quantity Surveyor, you’ll work closely with our project lead to provide quotations and schedules of works to suit individual private dwelling energy upgrade works.
You’ll be responsible for managing the tender process with our panel of approved contractors, including preparing tender documents, evaluating contractor submissions, and making recommendations. You’ll establish procedures with our project lead to streamline day-to-day operations. You’ll assist the team with procurement needs as they arise, monitor site progress, and deal with valuations/claims as they develop.
You’ll regularly review and update our contractor panel to suit our needs. You’ll prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets and cash flow forecasts for retrofit works and projects. You’ll also identify and mitigate risks related to costs, contracts, timelines and project delivery.
Here's what we’re looking for:
- Relevant Qualification(s) in either Quantity Surveying / Engineering
- Minimum of 3 - 5 years’ experience in the construction or utilities sector.
- Proven ability to manage budgets, cost control, and financial forecasting related to retrofit and construction works.
- Experience in cost management techniques and procurement processes.
- Experience in residential sector and ideally retrofit industry dealing with all involved stakeholders from clients/homeowners through to primary contractors and sub-contractors
- Have a good understanding of tender contracts and obligations of all stake holders.
- Excellent attention to detail, particularly in reviewing and validating invoices and financial transactions.
- Proven negotiation skills and the ability to manage vendor and supplier relationships.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
Desirable:
- Familiarity with sustainable procurement practices within the construction sector.
- Specific retrofit and energy upgrade knowledge.
- Experience/Exposure to SEAI Scheme Grant Processes and SEAI Scheme Regulations.
Why should you apply?
We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you.
https://www.morethanacareer.energy/bordgais
If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.
Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey.
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