Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor | London, UK

Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor – London, UK

We are looking to strengthen our Mechanical & Electrical team with a Senior Quantity Surveyor possessing excellent technical knowledge of common M&E systems within the built environment.

Role Overview

The role is based at our central London office with hybrid working arrangements available. You will join a small team, support project staff and clients across the UK with M&E related cost management services, and mentor junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of cost planning, estimating, procurement, and contract administration to ensure commercial quality.
• Lead valuations, variations, payment recommendations, and monthly financial reporting.
• Monitor commercial performance, identify risks or opportunities, and support corrective actions.
• Track contractual obligations, project changes, and financial risks, escalating when required.
• Resolve contractual queries, address challenges, and mitigate potential commercial disputes.
• Maintain cost data, contract records, and reports using TSA Riley systems and templates.
• Maintain clear, responsive communication with clients and delivery partners.
• Manage client expectations to support satisfaction and build strong, trusted relationships.
• Collaborate with project teams to support performance, share knowledge, and contribute to a positive team culture.
• Manage commercial compliance and contribute to risk management practices in line with TSA Riley standards.
• Contribute to proposals, benchmarking, sector initiatives, and continuous improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering quantity surveying or commercial services in a consulting or client‑side environment.
• Excellent technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems on building projects.
• Proven experience in specialist mechanical and electrical cost management roles.
• Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline, ideally accredited by RICS.
• Professional accreditation with a relevant body such as the RICS.
• Full spectrum pre‑ and post‑contract duties experience, including cost planning, estimating, procurement, and contract administration.
• Curiosity and adaptability to work across a variety of sectors, client accounts, and delivery contexts.
• Proficiency with digital tools for financial tracking, documentation, and reporting.
• Known reputation for high‑quality work, and a collaborative, effective working style.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to support effective commercial delivery.
• Experience in agile environments and cross‑functional teams.
• Strong people‑management skills, capable of delegating, quality assurance, and supporting junior staff development.

About Us

TSA Riley has a 130‑year heritage dating back to 1890, providing expert strategic, commercial and operational advice across project management, cost management, ESG, and asset management.

Values

• We win together – Collaborate openly, learn from each other and succeed as one global team.
• We own it, always – Act with integrity and take responsibility to deliver with purpose.
• We focus on what matters – Strive for high standards to create meaningful, lasting and sustainable impact.
• We are curious – Embrace agility and change, explore ideas, and turn curiosity into progress.

Equal Opportunity Employer

TSA Riley is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from candidates who may not be able to commit to a full‑time role or who would require flexible working arrangements. We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process; please contact us if you require any adjustments that would support you throughout your application.