Overview Work on headline projects with one of the UK’s most respected Tier 1 contractors. We’re working with a leading national main contractor to find an experienced M&E Quantity Surveyor for a permanent role based in Manchester. This is not your average QS position, you’ll be involved in delivering some of the UK’s most prestigious infrastructure and building services schemes, working with a name that opens doors and enhances CVs. If you’re looking to step out of the ordinary and into high-profile, technically challenging work - this could be the right move. About the Company Our client is a household name in UK construction - a Tier 1 contractor delivering complex mechanical and electrical (M&E) packages across sectors including healthcare, education, custodial, defence, and commercial. You’ll be joining their dedicated building services engineering division, a team known for its technical capability, collaborative mindset, and delivery of high-impact projects that truly stand out. Their projects aren’t just large, they’re high-spec, design-led, and often on the front pages of industry publications. This is a team that values initiative, supports career growth, and avoids bureaucracy. You’ll be given trust, visibility, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully at every stage of the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities * Managing mechanical and electrical packages across major infrastructure and construction schemes * Preparing valuations, variations, and detailed cost reports * Leading subcontractor procurement and managing payment processes * Working closely with project teams to mitigate risk and optimise commercial outcomes * Supporting bids, tenders, and early-stage project planning * Ensuring full contractual compliance and structured documentation * Representing the commercial function in client and internal meetings Skills & Experience Required * Solid background in M&E or building services quantity surveying * Experience managing both mechanical and electrical commercial packages * Familiarity with NEC and/or JCT contract frameworks * Strong grasp of cost control, forecasting, variations, and final accounts * Excellent interpersonal skills - able to build relationships across departments and with external stakeholders * Clear communicator with strong commercial judgement * Degree qualified or equivalent professional experience Benefits * Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 depending on experience * Full company benefits package * Opportunity to work on high-value, technically prestigious projects * Long-term career progression within a top-tier national contractor * Supportive team culture with low hierarchy and high engagement