Job Description

The Senior Electrical Quantity Surveyor is responsible for accurate measurement and quantity take‑offs of electrical works, ensuring precise cost estimation, tender documentation, and contract administration. The role requires expertise in electrical systems such as LV, MV, HV distribution, lighting, cabling, and ELV systems, with a strong focus on BOQ preparation, claims verification, and cost control throughout the project lifecycle.The Payroll Associate is responsible for payroll activities for all regions, Support streamlining the process, understand the payroll elements & support the HR team in running the payroll monthly cycles

Your role

1. Quantity Take‑Off & Measurement

• Perform detailed quantity take‑offs from electrical drawings and specifications.
• Measure quantities for:
• Lighting systems
• LV/MV/HV power distribution
• ELV systems (Data, security, Telecom and FAPA)
• Substations, cabling, and earthing
• Verify site measurements and reconcile with design documents.
• Maintain measurement sheets and records for audit and reporting.

2. Estimation & BOQ Preparation

• Prepare cost estimates and Bills of Quantities (BoQs) for electrical and ELV works.
• Conduct rate analysis and cost build‑ups for materials, labour, and equipment.
• Validate vendor/subcontractor quotations against measured quantities.

3. Tendering & Contract Support

• Develop tender documents and pricing schedules.
• Support bid evaluations and comparisons based on measured quantities.
• Assist in negotiations with contractors and suppliers.

4. Cost Control & Claims Verification

• Monitor project costs against measured quantities.
• Verify contractor invoices and certify progress payments.
• Assess variations/change orders with proper substantiation (time & cost impact).
• Prepare and defend claims with accurate measurement records.

5. Risk & Value Engineering

• Support risk management activities by providing accurate measurement data.
• Highlight potential cost optimization opportunities identified during quantity take‑off.

6. Coordination & Documentation

• Liaise with engineers, project managers, and contractors for measurement clarifications.
• Raise and respond to RFIs related to quantity and scope.
• Prepare cost reports, dashboards, and financial summaries.

About you

• Use estimation software such as:
• Cost-X (mandatory)
• AutoCAD
• Excel-based cost models
• Ensure proper documentation and version control of estimates.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and construction practices for Industrial projects.
• Expertise in quantity take‑off and measurement for electrical systems.
• Strong knowledge of BOQ preparation and cost estimation.
• Excellent commercial and contractual awareness.
• Analytical, detail‑oriented, and accurate in documentation.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical engineering or related field
• Professional certifications (preferred): MRICS / RICS pathway
• 9–15 years’ experience in mechanical QS roles across Industrial/commercial/infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record in measurement, estimation, and contract administration.
• Familiarity with international standards and best practices.
• Knowledge of standard measurement methods such as NRM, CESMM, POMI, Uniformat, and MasterFormat is an added advantage.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Relocation assistance.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Contractual (Fixed Term)

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.