Mechanical Quantity Surveyor in Belfast

H&J Martin Ltd (part of the Lagan Specialist Contracting Group) is now recruiting a Mechanical Quantity Surveyor.

Our Business

H&J Martin Limited are a Fit Out and Facilities Management company operating throughout the UK and Ireland. As part of the Lagan Specialist Contracting Group our mission is to provide Construction, Fit Out and Facilities Management solutions in an environment where people feel safe, secure and valued.

Role Overview

Due to continued growth, our Facilities Management division has an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Quantity Surveyor to join our team. The successful candidate will ensure all commercial functions for the Division are completed to professional standards within agreed time and cost budgets.

What you'll do

• Pre Contract On Site pre-measurements
• Production of bills of quantities and/or MTC cost plans for clients
• Development of supply chain packages
• Production of labour schedules for operations team
• Specialist material procurement
• Post Contract Procurement and appointment of subcontractors on designated subcontract conditions
• Preparation of the forecasting and reporting of costs against value to ensure that it is in line with the contract profitability forecast
• Measurement, preparation and agreement of interim valuations and final accounts in line with the contract schedule of rates
• Administration, auditing and analysis of subcontractor accounts along with effective commercial control
• Identification of added value opportunities within measurement and contract conditions
• Prepare subcontractor payments accurately and in a timely manner
• You will be responsible for keeping the Commercial Manager informed of the progress of all accounts from inception through to finalisation
• Work in accordance with strict client KPIs, in particular time, cost and quality
• Generate any early warning notices and compensation events to the client if required and keep the Commercial Manager informed at all stages
• Other duties may be required from time to time depending on the needs of the business

What you'll bring

As a Mechanical Quantity Surveyor your main skills and experience will include:

Essential Criteria

• Have relevant Quantity Surveying experience within Construction or Facilities Management environment
• Possess either a Third Level Qualification in Quantity Surveying or demonstrate a level of experience obtained working in a comparable role
• Demonstrate the ability to develop a strong client and supply chain relationship by working in a collaborative manner
• Possess advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office packages and Information Technology in general
• Valid driving license

Desirable Criteria

• Have knowledge of construction practices that can be used on site to analyse the design and propose potential cost saving and value engineering measures
• Experience of working on MTC contracts
• Experience of using the Mechanical PSA/National Schedule of Rates
• Experience of QS software such as Barcellos

How we'll reward you

Of course, we ensure that our benefits package is competitive and allows you to enjoy your downtime. As well as a competitive salary we'll provide a wide selection of lifestyle offers, development and learning programmes, services and support designed to help you manage and balance your work/life priorities. Our benefits include:

• Excellent Annual Leave allowance with the ability to purchase additional days leave each year
• Occupational Sick Pay
• Paid subscription to relevant professional body/institution
• Life assurance
• Employer pension contribution
• Health Cash Plan with money off dental, optical, chiropody, physiotherapy to name just a few
• Access to hundreds of deals and discounts for major retailers, restaurants and service providers.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Additional days leave each year to support your choice of Volunteering activity
• On site Gym and Wellness Hub at our headquarters in Belfast open 7 days a week
• Discounted Gym membership

As an organisation that has been awarded Platinum status, the highest accolade to be awarded by Investors in People, we are continuing to invest in our people development and this role is no exception!

Your application

At Lagan Specialist Contracting Group, we want everyone to feel welcome. That's why we want you to know that we'll work with you to make the application process as smooth as possible. So please just let us know if you need any adjustments or support we'll do whatever we can to help.

Please be advised that H&J Martin will seek an Access NI Disclosure for this position, which will be used in the decision-making process. Applications are being reviewed on an ongoing basis, and we may offer positions before the closing date if we find the right fit. We wish you every success in your application. The closing date for completed applications is Wednesday 4th February 2026 at 12noon.

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