Job Description
M&E Quantity Surveyor - Main Contractor
Our client is a leading main contractor specialising in delivering complex construction, refurbishment, and fit-out projects across Central London and the surrounding home counties. They pride themselves on delivering uncompromising quality, engaging collaboratively with professional teams early in the design process, and consistently exceeding client expectations. Our ethos is rooted in proactive problem-solving, team collaboration, and commercial excellence.
Role Overview
As an M&E Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in managing the commercial delivery of mechanical and electrical (M&E) packages across a variety of high-quality building projects (including new build, refurbishment, and fit-out). You will support cost control and commercial processes from pre-contract through to final account, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and commercial value.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist with cost planning and estimating for M&E works, ensuring accurate measurement and pricing of mechanical and electrical elements (HVAC, plumbing, power distribution, lighting, life safety systems, etc.).
* Support the preparation of tender submissions, procurement strategies, and commercial documentation for M&E subcontract packages.
* Prepare, review, and negotiate subcontractor packages, including labour and materials.
* Monitor and control project costs, undertaking valuation of works, managing variations, and supporting monthly cost reporting.
* Maintain accurate commercial records, including cost value reconciliations (CVRs), cashflow forecasts, and contract correspondence.
* Collaborate with site teams, project managers, design professionals, and clients to drive commercial performance.
* Ensure compliance with contractual frameworks (e.g., NEC, JCT) and internal commercial procedures.
* Provide proactive commercial support during change control, risk management, and dispute avoidance/resolution.
Person Specification
* Experience in an M&E Quantity Surveying role, ideally within a Main Contractor
* Strong technical understanding of mechanical and electrical building services systems.
* Ability to prepare accurate cost estimates, valuations, and commercial reports.
* Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Commercial awareness and ability to work within contractual frameworks (JCT/NEC).
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and commercial software (e.g., cost planning / measurement tools).
* Degree or HND/HNC in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline.