At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage MEP packages and collaborate with teams for a landmark healthcare project.
- Company: Join GRAHAM, a leading contractor committed to equality and innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy a pension scheme, life assurance, and 35 days holiday.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and learning.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the Belfast Children's Hospital project while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in MEP Quantity Surveying and strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
As part of our continued growth, GRAHAM is seeking an experienced MEP Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of the Belfast Children's Hospital project. This role focuses on mechanical and electrical packages, working closely with project, design, and procurement teams to ensure best value and full commercial compliance across all MEP elements. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a landmark healthcare project, bringing your technical expertise and collaborative mindset to one of our most high-profile schemes.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Manage the commercial administration of MEP packages from procurement through to final account.
- Liaise with design teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure clear scope and commercial agreement.
- Assist in the production of monthly CVRs, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
- Conduct detailed cost analysis, value engineering, and risk management assessments.
- Prepare and submit tender documentation, ensuring alignment with contract requirements.
- Negotiate and manage subcontractor agreements, variations, and payment terms.
- Attend project meetings and coordinate with site and procurement teams to support successful delivery.
- Ensure compliance with company procedures, statutory requirements, and contract obligations.
- Provide support to junior team members, contributing to a culture of collaboration and learning.
Essential Criteria
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor on MEP or building services projects, ideally in a main contractor environment.
- Strong knowledge of MEP systems, construction methods, and commercial procedures.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple packages and prioritise workload effectively.
- Proficient in the use of MS Office, especially Excel, and relevant commercial software.
- Clear and confident communication skills, with experience of subcontractor and stakeholder engagement.
- Awareness of relevant contracts, such as NEC or JCT.
- BSc (Hons) degree in Quantity Surveying, Building Services Engineering, or related discipline.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience working on healthcare or large public sector projects.
- Membership of or working towards RICS / CIOB / CICES.
- Understanding of BIM processes and digital construction tools.
- Knowledge of sustainable building practices in MEP systems.
This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged for the MEP / Building Services Quantity Surveyor and the range of duties to be undertaken. It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals.
Our Commitment
At GRAHAM, we are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people from all backgrounds. We seek to promote respect for the individual and equality of opportunities. We believe that everyone should be treated solely on the basis of personal merit and contribution throughout their GRAHAM career journey and not on the value of artificial barriers, prejudices, or preferences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to making our policies and guidance accessible to all applicants and employees.
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As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. If you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme, please contact Louise Hunter, Resourcing Manager.
We are only able to consider applications from individuals who are eligible to live and work in the UK, as per Home Office regulations. Please check your eligibility with the regulations before applying. Individuals with a current time restricted right to work in the UK should contact the Human Resources team in the first instance.
A basic disclosure may be requested if security clearance is required by 3rd party clients and a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. GRAHAM reserves the right to carry out checks to ensure the validity of an applicant's experience and/or qualifications and we expect all applicants to comply with any such requests for information.
MEP Quantity Surveyor - Northern Ireland in Belfast employer: Graham Construction
GRAHAM is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at the Belfast Children's Hospital project where your contributions directly impact healthcare delivery. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide comprehensive benefits including a pension scheme, life assurance, and generous holiday allowances, all while fostering a culture of collaboration and respect for individual merit. Join us to be part of a landmark project that not only enhances your professional skills but also supports meaningful community outcomes.
