M&E Quantity Surveyor - Reading

A leading multi-disciplinary construction and property consultancy, with a strong track record in delivering commercial, healthcare, and education schemes, is currently seeking an experienced M&E Quantity Surveyor to join their expanding team in Reading. This is a consultancy-side role, focused on providing commercial support across the full project lifecycle on mechanical and electrical (M&E) packages, including both new build and refurbishment projects.

This highly respected firm operates nationally, working on high-value developments for both private and public sector clients. They are now looking to strengthen their cost consultancy team with a confident and technically capable M&E Quantity Surveyor who can lead from the front, liaise with design and delivery teams, and ensure effective cost control from feasibility through to final account.

The M&E Quantity Surveyor Role

The appointed M&E Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing the commercial delivery of M&E elements across a range of projects. This includes developing cost plans, procurement advice, value engineering, and post-contract cost management. You'll work closely with multidisciplinary teams and end clients, ensuring that building services elements are delivered to budget and in line with programme expectations.

This is a great opportunity for an M&E Quantity Surveyor looking to develop within a structured consultancy environment with clear routes to progression and ongoing support for professional development.

M&E Quantity Surveyor - Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost plans and M&E estimates during pre-construction phases
• Manage procurement of M&E packages and support tender analysis
• Administer contracts and manage change control processes
• Undertake monthly valuations and provide cost reporting to clients
• Liaise with MEP consultants, contractors, and project managers
• Advise on value engineering, risk, and lifecycle cost considerations
• Support delivery of projects from feasibility through to final account

M&E Quantity Surveyor - Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 4 years' Quantity Surveying experience, ideally within a consultancy setting
• Proven experience managing M&E elements on construction projects
• Strong working knowledge of JCT contracts and cost management tools
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline (RICS accredited)
• Working towards MRICS or similar professional status preferred
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with attention to detail

In Return

• Salary of 50,000 - 60,000 (depending on experience)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• Pension contribution and professional development support
• Career progression in a growing consultancy with a supportive team environment

If you are a Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dan McEvoy at Brandon James.

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