Location: Central London
Rate: £500-£600 per day (Outside IR35)
Contract: Long-Term Contract
Sector: M&E / Building Services
The Opportunity
We are recruiting on behalf of a leading M&E contractor looking to appoint an experienced Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of major building services projects across Central London.
The business has a strong portfolio of projects across the commercial, life sciences and data centre sectors, delivering technically complex mechanical and electrical installations for leading clients.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially strong Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor looking for a long-term contract with a well-established contractor, offering £500-£600 per day Outside IR35.
The successful candidate will take responsibility for the commercial management of substantial M&E packages, working closely with Project Managers, Commercial Managers and senior operational teams.
The Role
As Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor, you will take a leading role in the commercial management of mechanical and electrical packages, ensuring projects are delivered within budget while maximising commercial performance.
You will be responsible for subcontract procurement, cost reporting, variations, forecasting and final accounts, while maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and the wider project delivery team.
The position will suit an experienced Senior QS who is comfortable managing complex M&E packages and taking ownership of commercial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Take commercial responsibility for substantial mechanical and electrical packages
Manage subcontractor procurement, tender analysis and contract negotiations
Prepare and manage monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs)
Produce accurate cost reports, forecasts and financial updates
Manage subcontractor applications, valuations and payments
Identify, assess and negotiate variations and change orders
Monitor project budgets, cash flow and commercial performance
Manage contractual correspondence and commercial risks
Work closely with Project Managers and operational teams to identify commercial opportunities
Manage subcontractor accounts from procurement through to final account settlement
Prepare and negotiate client applications and valuations
Attend commercial meetings with clients, consultants and subcontractors
Support value engineering and cost-saving initiatives
Ensure accurate commercial records and project documentation are maintained
Drive the successful agreement of final accounts
Provide commercial support and guidance to junior Quantity Surveyors where required
Requirements
We are looking for an experienced Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor with a strong background working for M&E / Building Services contractors.
Ideally, you will have:
Proven experience as a Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor or experienced M&E Quantity Surveyor
Strong background working for a leading M&E contractor or specialist building services subcontractor
Experience commercially managing substantial mechanical and electrical packages
Previous experience within commercial fit-out, life sciences, laboratories or data centres
Strong knowledge of subcontract procurement and commercial management
Experience preparing CVRs, forecasts and detailed cost reports
Excellent understanding of variations, valuations and final accounts
Good working knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts
Strong contractual and commercial awareness
Confident negotiating with clients and subcontractors
Ability to work independently and manage multiple commercial priorities
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Relevant Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management qualification advantageous
What's on Offer
£500-£600 per day
Outside IR35
Long-term contract opportunity
Central London projects
Established M&E contractor
Major commercial, life sciences and data centre projects
Opportunity to manage substantial, technically complex M&E packages
Strong pipeline of future work
Support from an experienced commercial and operational management team
Apply
If you're an experienced Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor with a strong building services background and experience across commercial, life sciences or data centre projects, we'd be keen to hear from you.
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion
Salary description
£500.00 - £600.00 per day