Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor | Bristol, UK
We're looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor with an excellent technical knowledge of common M&E systems within the built environment. The role will be based out of our Bristol office with hybrid working arrangements available.
You will join a small team and play a pivotal role within that team and the wider UK business. Your role will support our project staff and clients with M&E related cost management services.
Responsibilities
* Taking ownership of cost planning, estimating, procurement, and contract administration to ensure commercial quality.
* Leading valuations, variations, payment recommendations, and monthly financial reporting.
* Monitoring commercial performance, identifying risks or opportunities, and supporting corrective actions.
* Tracking contractual obligations, project changes, and financial risks, escalating when required.
* Resolving contractual queries, addressing challenges, and mitigating potential commercial disputes.
* Maintaining cost data, contract records, and reports using TSA Riley systems and templates.
* Maintaining clear, responsive communication with clients and delivery partners.
* Managing client expectations to support satisfaction and build strong, trusted relationships.
* Collating with project teams to support performance, share knowledge, and contribute to a positive team culture.
* Managing commercial compliance and contributing to risk management practices in line with TSA Riley standards.
* Contributing to proposals, benchmarking, sector initiatives, and continuous improvement activities.
Qualifications
* Proven experience delivering quantity surveying or commercial services in a consulting or client-side environment.
* Excellent technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems on building projects.
* Proven experience of working in a heavily biased/specialist mechanical and electrical cost management role in the construction industry.
* A tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying or similar, ideally accredited by the RICS.
* Holding a professional accreditation with a relevant body such as the RICS.
* Proven ability to carry out the full spectrum of pre and post contract duties, including cost planning, estimating, procurement, and contract administration.
* Curiosity and adaptability to work across a variety of sectors, client accounts and different delivery contexts.
* Proficiency with digital tools to support financial tracking, documentation, and reporting.
* Known reputation for high‑quality work, and a collaborative, effective working style.
* Brings critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to support effective commercial delivery.
* Experience of working in agile environments and contributing to cross-functional teams.
* Strong people management skills with the ability to work closely with junior staff members, delegating work, ensuring quality assurance and supporting their development.
About TSA Riley
TSA Riley has a 130‑year heritage dating back to 1890. We provide expert project consultancy across project management, cost management, advisory, ESG, and asset management. Our focus is on delivering value, impact, and certainty for our clients’ projects.
Our Values
* We win together: Collaborate openly, learn from each other and succeed as one global team.
* We own it, always: Act with integrity and take responsibility to deliver with purpose.
* We focus on what matters: Striving for high standards to create meaningful, lasting and sustainable impact.
* We are curious: Embrace agility and change, explore ideas and turn our curiosity into progress.
Equal Opportunity
TSA Riley is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from candidates who are interested in working with us but who are not able to commit to a full‑time role and/or would require forms of flexible working.
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