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Quantity Surveyor
Quantity Surveyor – Energy Projects (Aberthaw or Llandyfaelog)
Murphy is currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join our Energy team, working at either:
- Aberthaw (South of Cardiff, near Barry) on an existing substation extension
- Llandyfaelog (between Carmarthen and Llanelli) on a new substation build
The commercial team will primarily work off-site at a client co-located office (likely Bristol or Cardiff) during Stages 1a and 1b.
About Murphy
Fundamentally known for its industry-leading expertise, innovative drive, and commercial acumen, Murphy prides itself on delivering added value to clients through cutting-edge solutions.
- Industry leader across transmission, distribution, and energy transition projects in UK, Ireland, Netherlands, and Poland
- Merged Adnea and Murphy in 2022, consolidated operational bases in UK, Ireland, and Netherlands with total 1,300+ employees
- EPC capability deploying ** Engineering, Procurement & Construction** across utility projects
- Innovation & sustainability integral to strategy – £23m investment in green initiatives in 2024
A Day in the Life
You will support commercial operations between Aberthaw & Llandyfaelog sites, focusing on key responsibilities:
Core Duties
- Financial & Reporting
- Aid internal commercial reporting and external documentation
- Prepare Valuations & Applications for Payment with full compliance
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Cost Management
- Maintain contractually compliant cost reports for client delivery
- Monitor subcontractor & material procurement schedules
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Payment & Account Administration
- Process subcontractor & supplier agreements, including:
- Assisting in subcontract drafting (including professional services)
- Managing requisitions, authorisation, and payments
- Agreement of final accounts
- Process subcontractor & supplier agreements, including:
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Contract Administration
- Change management & register maintenance
- Commercial risk identification and value engineering
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Measurement & Compliance
- Apply standard methods of measurement (contract-specific)
- Support project final account preparation
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Sustainability Integration
- Innovate with cost coding to meet external & internal requirements
- Contribute to EPC sustainability frameworks
Requirements
Qualifications & Registration
- HND or Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field
- Registered with RICS/ICES – working towards chartership
Experience & Skills
- Proven experience in a commercial role, e.g.:
- Assistant Quantity Surveyor
- Quantity Surveyor
- Comparable contract/procurement roles
- EC16 & JBIG models applied experience
- Strong understanding of Standard Forms of Contract (NEC)
- Proficiency in cost-codes & scheduling management
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What’s in It for You?
Holidays & Reward
- 27 days' paid holiday (+ bank holidays)
- Option to buy extra holiday (annual scheme)
- Discretionary bonus & annual salary reviews
Benefits
- Above-average contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance, health screening, enhanced sick pay policies
- Enhanced parental pay & maternity returners bonus
- +2 weeks extra holiday & wedding bonus for engagement/marriage
- Subsidised on-site canteen (core locations)
Career Development
- Investment in professional training & growth
- Additional Murphy perks: retail discounts, cashback schemes, gym discounts, cycle-to-work scheme
About Murphy – Key Values
- Diversity & Inclusion: 60+ nationalities, nearly 10% women in construction roles
- Sustainability Leadership: £23m plant investment for sustainable operations
- Investor-in-People Accreditation (Platinum level)
- Forward-order book: 2023 turnover surfaced at £5.4bn
Application Note
- Basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check required for this role.
- Right to work in the UK mandatory.
If you prefer to discuss informally: 📞 Contact Stephanie Fletcher at 07513 706 819
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