Were on the hunt for an experienced Mechanical Quantity Surveyor to join a high-performing project team in Oxfordshire. This isnt your average QS roleyoull be driving cost strategy on a complex, £50m+ project in the advanced manufacturing and life sciences sector.
Not sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements.
The Role:
Youll take the reins on end-to-end cost managementbudgeting, forecasting, contract wrangling, and making sure everything adds up (literally). Working closely with the Regional Commercial Lead, youll steer mechanical package procurement, manage JCT D&B contracts, and be the calm voice in a sea of cost reports, risk registers, and change controls. As well as mentoring junior team members too
What Youll Be Doing:
Cost Management
Cost plans, CVRs, forecasts. Youll keep mechanical budgets on track and surprises to a minimum.
Subcontractor Evaluation
Lead mechanical package procurement and squeeze value from every pound spent.
Risk & Change Control
Maintain the risk register, handle project changes, and keep everyone honest.
Contract Admin
NEC, JCT, or whatever acronym the client throwsreview, negotiate, and manage.
Supply Chain Management
Prequal, procure, and partner with local, reliable mechanical subcontractors.
Collaboration
Work closely with project leads and clients to deliver smoothly and smartly.
Youll excel in this role if you:
Have a degree in Quantity Surveying or similar (extra credit for RICS/CIOB letters after your name)
Know your way around JCT D&B and NEC contracts like the back of your hand
Have solid mechanical services experienceyou understand pipework, plantrooms, and pressure testing more than just on paper
Enjoy mentoring and bringing others up with you
Are fluent in Excel and can hold your own in SAP, COINS, ORACLE, CostX, Bluebeam, or PowerBI
Youll work on cutting-edge projects with a team thats smart, driven, and not afraid of a challenge. If youre looking to grow your career, make a real impact, please apply now with a current CV
On Offer:
Negotiable basic salary (£70k
£90k) depending on experience
Full package + bonus scheme
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