Graduate Quantity Surveyor

Established in 2007 and headquartered in Claremorris with Regional Offices in Tullamore, Galway and Cork, Donegal and Limerick. Electric Skyline is a leading edge electrical contracting & consultancy company at the forefront of the Lighting and Utility Services sector in Ireland.

Electric Skyline provides lighting solutions throughout all 32 counties and maintains in excess of 200,000 public lights across 14 Irish local authorities. Electric Skyline is the largest dedicated Sports Lighting Contractor in Ireland. Our team are highly experienced in Public Lighting, Sports Lighting, Solar PV and EV chargers.

Our Vision is to be the recognised leader in empowering communities to thrive whilst preserving our environment.

Safety is a priority in all our projects. We pride ourselves on an excellent Safety Record and we continuously work towards company improvements and initiatives to maintain our excellent Health, Safety & Environment record. Health, Safety and Environment are at the forefront when planning and carrying out all work activities.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Head of Commercial and Estimating.

As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor/Estimator within the Commercial Department, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of our four key business units, Public Lighting, Sports Lighting, EV & Solar. Your responsibilities will include assisting the estimators/quantity surveyors with assessing client requirements, reviewing site details/drawings, and preparing accurate cost estimates for the commercial department.

The role is suited to a graduate or early career QS looking to develop experience in public infrastructure works, cost control, and contract administration.

In addition, you will contribute to the commercial operations of the business, providing support as required to ensure the successful execution of projects.

The successful candidate will receive full and comprehensive training and get valuable exposure across Electric Skyline's projects. We are seeking an enthusiastic, confident, and highly motivated individual with strong technical, financial, and commercial acumen. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team, consistently meeting project deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. A high level of proficiency in I.T., coupled with excellent communication and reporting skills, is essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities Assisting the current Estimators/Quantity Surveyors

• Assist with preparing accurate cost estimates
• Assist with monthly applications, variations & final accounts

Site & Project Assessment

• Review project specifications, tender documents, and client requirements.
• Conduct site visits where required.
• Liaise with clients, engineers, and ESL team to gather project data.

Proposal & Documentation

• Prepare professional proposals with technical details, financial breakdowns, and pricing documents.
• Ensure estimates comply with relevant building codes, electrical standards, and safety regulations.
• Maintain an up-to-date database of material costs, labour rates, and vendor pricing.

Coordination

• Work closely with procurement to obtain competitive supplier quotes.
• Support sales and project teams in answering client technical queries.
• Update stakeholders on cost changes or scope adjustments.

The above statements are intended to describe the essential responsibility of the person assigned to this role. This is not intended as an exhaustive list, duties and responsibilities may change, or new ones may be assigned in line with business needs.

Person Specification Required Qualifications/Education

• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Quantity Surveying desirable
• A trade background with electrical experience will be considered

Experience

• Graduate or one year's post graduate experience in a QS role or similar positions desirable
• Valid working rights within Ireland
• Proven track record working in a team environment, work independently and take instructions
• Software MS Office skills particularly Excel
• Excellent communication skills are crucial along with analytical and organisational skills.
• Good communication and presence in English, both written and verbally
• Enthusiastic and willing to learn new skills if required

Cork Office Galway Depot

Unit 2, Ballybrit Industrial Estate, Co Galway.

Limerick Depot

Tyretechs Building Killarney Road, Newcastle West, Co Limerick

Offaly Depot

Unit 20, Axis Business Park, Tullamore, Co. Offaly