At a Glance
- Tasks: Take charge of M&E projects from design to completion and manage financial control.
- Company: Established M&E contractor with a strong reputation and growth opportunities.
- Benefits: £90,000+ salary, competitive benefits, pension, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team focused on long-term progression and efficiency.
- Why this job: Gain commercial ownership of exciting projects and develop your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in Quantity Surveying with M&E experience and strong cost control skills.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
The Role
- Take commercial responsibility for mechanical and electrical projects from early design through to practical completion and final account
- Maintain financial control across projects, including monthly valuations, cost reviews and job costing
- Prepare and submit monthly valuations following site measurements and work-in-progress reviews
- Manage variations, change control and associated commercial recovery
- Follow up valuations and ensure payments are received in line with agreed contract terms
- Manage and agree final accounts
- Review contracts prior to signing, highlighting potential commercial risks, assumptions and caveats
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers and site teams
- Produce commercial documentation and correspondence within agreed timescales
- Work closely with the Commercial Manager and senior management team
- Develop and improve commercial processes and controls to increase efficiency and project performance
The Company
- Established and growing M&E contractor
- Strong pipeline of mechanical and electrical projects
- Excellent reputation within the building services sector
- Continued investment in the commercial team as the business grows
- Opportunity to take genuine commercial ownership of projects
- Strong focus on long-term progression and development
- Work closely with an experienced senior management team
Salary & Benefits
- £90,000+ salary/package for the right candidate
- Competitive overall benefits package
- Company pension
- Long-term career progression
- Ongoing professional development
- Opportunity to work on major M&E projects
- Stable project pipeline with a growing contractor
The Ideal Candidate
- Minimum 3 years’ experience working within Quantity Surveying
- Previous M&E, building services or relevant construction experience
- Strong experience managing valuations, variations, cost control and final accounts
- Commercially astute with a strong understanding of project risk
- Experience administering JCT contracts from a client and/or subcontractor perspective
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and cost value reporting
- Quantity Surveying or relevant construction qualification
- RICS, CIOB or ICES qualified or working towards accreditation would be advantageous
- Strong communication and client-facing skills
- Organised, proactive and comfortable taking ownership of commercial matters
- Able to work effectively with minimal supervision
Process
- Apply for the job
- We will call you to discuss the role
- If suitable, we will submit you for the position
- Interview arranged with the client
- Offer made if successful
- If you are interested in this role, please send your CV to
Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor employer: Vincent Gurney Ltd
Vincent Gurney Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in North London that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong commitment to employee development, we provide ample opportunities for growth within the high-end residential sector, ensuring our team members are equipped with the skills needed to excel. Our focus on safety and quality, combined with a supportive culture, makes us a rewarding place to build a meaningful career.
We think you need these skills to ace Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor
Commercial Responsibility
Financial Control
Monthly Valuations
Cost Reviews
Job Costing
Change Control Management
Contract Review
