Senior Quantity Surveyor; MEP
Listed on 2026-10-18
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Engineering
Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering, Estimator -
Construction
Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering, Estimator
MEP Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location:
Manchester (Site and office based)
Salary:£50,000 - £85,000 package
Employment Type:
Full-time, Permanent
We are seeking a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor with expertise in Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) works to join a leading M&E company specialising in large-scale commercial projects. The successful candidate will manage all commercial aspects of M&E projects from inception through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
Key responsibilities include producing monthly valuations, contract forecasting, managing subcontract accounts, and maintaining effective communication between commercial and site teams. The role also involves mentoring junior surveyors, preparing detailed cost estimates and budgets, liaising with clients and subcontractors, monitoring project progress, and conducting value engineering to optimise costs and schedules. Strong contract administration skills and compliance with relevant regulations and standards are essential.
Skills:- Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- Strong knowledge of M&E systems and construction processes
- Expertise in cost estimation, budgeting, and contract administration for M&E projects
- Proficiency in producing interim valuations and contract forecast reports
- Experience managing subcontract accounts, including assessment and certification of payments
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Competence in value engineering and cost control
- Strong stakeholder management and client liaison skills
- Mentoring and leadership abilities for junior quantity surveyors
- Industry-standard quantity surveying and commercial management software (e.g., CostX, CEMAR, or similar)
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Relevant degree qualification as stated above
- Professional membership or working towards membership of RICS or equivalent (desirable)
- Knowledge of NEC, JCT, or other relevant contract forms and compliance standards
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