MEP QS​/Commercial Manager

MEP Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager London / Essex | High-End MEP Projects

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Location: London / Essex

Sector: High-End Residential | Commercial | Hotels

Employment: Permanent

We are working with a highly regarded MEP Contractor that is continuing to grow its project portfolio across London and Essex.

They are looking to appoint an experienced MEP Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager to take commercial ownership of a portfolio of high-value, technically complex projects across the luxury residential, commercial and hotel sectors.

This is an opportunity to join a business where quality, technical excellence and commercial performance are genuinely valued. You will be working on prestigious projects with demanding clients, high-quality finishes and significant MEP packages, rather than volume-driven, repetitive schemes.

You will take responsibility for the commercial management of MEP projects from pre-construction through to final account, working closely with project teams, clients, consultants and supply chain partners.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the commercial performance of MEP projects from contract award through to completion.
• Preparing, reviewing and managing project budgets, forecasts and cost reports.
• Managing variations, valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
• Reviewing and negotiating subcontractor and supplier accounts.
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities and implementing appropriate strategies.
• Supporting procurement and ensuring packages are commercially competitive.
• Managing change control and ensuring variations are properly captured and valued.
• Working closely with Project Managers, Engineers and senior management to maintain project profitability.
• Producing accurate monthly commercial reports and forecasts.
• Building strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Providing commercial input during pre-construction and tender stages where required.

You will be involved in high-end, high-value MEP projects where attention to detail and commercial control are critical.

Typical projects may include:

• Luxury residential developments
• High-end private residences
• 5-star and boutique hotels
• Prime commercial developments
• CAT A / CAT B commercial fit-outs
• Major refurbishment and redevelopment projects
• Complex MEP installations and technically demanding schemes

Project values can be substantial, with MEP packages ranging from multi-million-pound contracts upwards.

We are looking for an experienced MEP commercial professional who understands the complexities of delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical projects.

You will ideally have:

• Strong experience working for an MEP / M&E Contractor.
• A proven background as an MEP Quantity Surveyor, Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager.
• Experience across high-end residential, commercial, hotel or similarly complex projects.
• Strong understanding of MEP subcontract packages and procurement.
• Excellent commercial, contractual and negotiation skills.
• Experience managing variations, valuations, applications, forecasting and final accounts.
• The confidence to work directly with clients and senior stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to take commercial ownership of projects.
• A proactive and commercially minded approach.

A relevant degree, HNC/HND or professional qualification is desirable, although strong practical experience will be considered.

This is a genuine opportunity to join an established MEP Contractor with a strong pipeline of prestigious London projects.

You'll have the opportunity to:

Work on projects you're proud to put on your CV.

High-end residential, commercial and hospitality schemes with demanding technical and quality requirements.

You won't simply be producing reports, you'll have genuine responsibility for project performance.

A collaborative environment where commercial and operational teams work closely together.

The business is growing, creating opportunities for experienced commercial professionals to progress into senior leadership positions.