EO Charging is hiring a Pre-Construction Quantity Surveyor (QS) to lead commercial input during the critical pre-construction phase of our projects. At EO Charging, our mission is to accelerate carbon-free transportation by enabling the transition to electric fleets. You will play a key role in ensuring commercial rigor from the outset, focusing on tender preparation, bid evaluation, contractual setup, and commercial risk analysis.
What You'll Do
- Lead commercial input during the pre-construction phase of various projects.
- Compile and coordinate our requirements into ER documentation to support accurate and competitive tendering.
- Prepare and issue comprehensive Tender Packs, ensuring all necessary information is included.
- Manage the Request for Information (RFI) process during the tender period, ensuring consistent and timely communication.
- Support contractor selection through commercial analysis of tenders and engagement with procurement.
- Draft and negotiate JCT contracts and sub-contract packages, ensuring alignment with scope and pricing.
- Provide financial input into the project Risk Register, identifying potential cost and programme risks.
- Oversee and advise on Extension of Time (EoT) requests, reviewing supporting documentation and commercial impact.
- Administer change control processes, including the valuation of Variations/VOs, ensuring changes are commercially managed.
- Prepare Cost Plans, Payment Notices, and other core QS documentation as required.
- Ensure alignment between Valuations, SoRs (Schedule of Rates), and contractual deliverables.
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience in a Pre-Construction QS role, ideally within a contractor, developer, or consultancy environment.
- Strong understanding of construction contracts, particularly JCT, and procurement processes.
- Demonstrable expertise in compiling and evaluating ITT and tender documentation.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across commercial and technical teams.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess risk, value engineering options, and tender returns.
- Proficient in cost planning, contract administration, and change control.
- Attention to detail, particularly in reviewing contract scope, terms, and commercial submissions.
- Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related construction/commercial discipline.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and common cost management tools.
Nice to Have
- MRICS or equivalent (desirable but not essential).
Technical Stack
- Microsoft Excel
- Common cost management tools
Team & Environment
You will work closely with the Pre-Construction, Commercial, and Procurement teams.
EO Charging is an equal opportunity employer.
