Job Description
Junior M&E Quantity Surveyor\nSpecial Works Division – London\n£30,000 + Package\n\nSame profession. Broader exposure. Faster progression.\n\nFeel like you’re stuck pricing the same kinds of jobs over and over?
Want to stretch your surveying skills on a mix of quick-turnaround projects and specialist installations – all while learning from some of the most experienced engineers in the business?\n\nMaybe you’d rather work somewhere that values curiosity, adaptability, and precision?\n\nThis is your chance to join a respected design & build contractor with over 50 years of history, as part of their Special Works Division. From micro-contracts to complex refurbishments, this team tackles the jobs that don’t fit the mould – often requiring a fast response and a sharp eye for detail.\n\nIf you’re looking to build a solid foundation in Quantity Surveying while working on something different every week, this is it.\n\nWhy you’ll love it here\n\n * \n\n Varied workload – No two projects are the same.\n\n * \n\n Fast-track experience – Work on everything from micro-contracts to specialist refurbishments.\n\n * \n\n Supportive team culture – Learn directly from senior engineers and commercial managers.\n\n * \n\n A stable, established business – Over five decades of successful delivery.\n\n * \n\n Real responsibility – Take ownership of packages with guidance when you need it.\n\nYou’ll be involved in the commercial management of works ranging from bespoke controls installations to close-control environments and multi-system air conditioning upgrades. Expect to assist with estimating, procurement, valuations, cost reporting, subcontractor payments, and final accounts.\n\nThe business\n\nA long-standing engineering contractor known for high-quality mechanical and electrical solutions across commercial, heritage, and specialist sectors.
Their Special Works Division is a tight-knit group of problem-solvers trusted by end users and PQSs alike to deliver projects quickly and to an exceptional standard.\n\nWhat you’ll need\n\n * \n\n Ideally some prior experience in Quantity Surveying or construction cost management – internships, placements, or similar.\n\n * \n\n A relevant qualification or working towards one (HNC/HND/Degree).\n\n * \n\n A proactive, organised approach to managing multiple small projects.\n\n * \n\n Confidence communicating with clients, subcontractors, and colleagues.\n\n * \n\n A desire to learn and develop your skills in a supportive environment.\n\nWhat’s in it for you\n\n * \n\n Basic salary around £30,000 (negotiable depending on experience)\n\n * \n\n Structured training and mentoring from senior QSs and Project Managers\n\n * \n\n Exposure to a wide range of project types and specialist systems\n\n * \n\n Pension scheme and additional benefits\n\n * \n\n A company culture built on integrity, passion, and excellence\n\nReady to build your future in a role that’s never boring?\n\nApply today for a confidential chat about what’s next