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The opportunity

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Quantity Surveyor to join our growing team and support both the tendering and execution phases of large-scale HVDC projects worldwide.

In this role, you will play a key part in civil works cost management, quantity estimation, and commercial support throughout the project lifecycle. You will work closely with Engineering, Construction & Commissioning, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, and external contractors to help deliver competitive and successful HVDC projects.

This position is based in Västerås or Ludvika, Sweden.

How you’ll make an impact

• Develop and manage Bills of Quantities (BoQs) and quantity take-offs for HVDC civil works throughout tendering and project execution.
• Support cost estimation, benchmarking, affordability initiatives, and commercial evaluations.
• Collaborate with engineering, project, and procurement teams to ensure accurate scope, quantities, and cost alignment.
• Monitor project costs, variations, claims, and change orders to support effective cost control.
• Support subcontractor management, contract administration, cost forecasting, and project reporting.
• Perform quantity take-offs and cost analyses based on engineering deliverables, technical drawings, and digital models.
• Drive continuous improvement by maintaining quantity and cost data, identifying risks, and recommending cost optimization opportunities.

Your background

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in quantity surveying, cost engineering, commercial management, civil works, or construction management.
• Experience in EPC projects, energy infrastructure, substations, HVDC, power plants, or industrial construction is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of BoQ preparation, quantity take-offs, cost control, and contract administration.
• Familiarity with recognized measurement and cost estimation standards such as CESMM, NRM2, POM(I), or other international methods of measurement for civil and infrastructure works.
• Experience working with international contractors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Knowledge of German and/or French is considered a merit.

What we offer

• Collective agreement
• Flexible working hours
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally
• Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase
• Various training and education supporting employee development
• Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

More about us

Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!

Recruiting Manager Elyas Hashemi, [email protected] will answer your questions about the position. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Oliver Chicaiza, [email protected]

Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer; Mikael Hjort, + 46 107 38 29 86; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107 38 21 85.