Quantity Surveyor (M&E)

A Quantity Surveyor (M&E) is sought for a full-time, permanent contract based in London, offering £45,000 to £60,000 annually. This role involves splitting time between an East London office and a Canary Wharf site, supporting the Senior Commercial Manager on major building and infrastructure projects. Duties centre on procurement, cost control, valuations, and commercial administration for MEP subcontracts. The position provides structured experience in core surveying skills within a contracting environment. Candidates should possess relevant experience and strong commercial acumen.

AA Euro Group are currently seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor (M&E), to join our clients commercial team, working on major building and infrastructure projects across London.

Job Purpose

To support the Senior Commercial Manager in the effective commercial and cost management of multiple Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health (MEP) subcontract projects. The role provides structured, hands‑on experience in procurement, cost control, valuations, and commercial administration within an MEP contracting environment, supporting the development of core quantity surveying and commercial management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Comply with and actively promote the Company’s Health & Safety policies at all times.
• Ensure compliance with all company procedures, systems, and protocols.
• Procurement & Tendering
• Assist in the procurement and commercial evaluation of subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants, including supply-only and labour-only packages.
• Support the preparation of subcontract documentation and attend Part 2 meetings where appropriate.
• Assist in preparation of Bills of Quantities, schedules, and tender comparison documents.
• Measurement & Cost Control
• Assist with the measurement and take-off of M&E services in accordance with drawings and specifications.
• Support measurement activities for interim valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs).
• Support the identification, recording, and commercial assessment of changes for both subcontractors and clients.
• Payments & Commercial Administration
• Assist in the assessment and evaluation of payments to Sub-Contractors, Consultants, and Suppliers.
• Support the preparation and coordination of labour-only payments.
• Subject to prior approval and in accordance with company procedures, assist with the authorisation of interim payments to Sub-Contractors and Consultants.
• Assist in drafting commercial correspondence for review and issue by the Senior Commercial Manager.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date commercial records in line with company procedures.
• Project & Team Support
• Liaise and integrate with site teams to support effective project delivery.
• Attend design, procurement, commercial, and site meetings as required.
• Take accurate meeting minutes when appropriate.
• Support general commercial administration across multiple projects.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Good understanding of Microsoft Excel
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well within a team
• Manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Basic understanding of M&E installations (mechanical/ electrical)
• Willingness to learn and develop within an M&E commercial environment

Experience & Qualifications

Minimum 1 year experience in construction or M&E contracting (desirable)

Working Conditions

• Office-based with regular site visits
• Full-time, Monday to Thursday 8am - 5pm
• Friday 8am - 4:30pm
• May involve working to tight deadlines during project handover or tender periods; flexibility to work additional hours, including overtime, will be required as necessary.