M&E Quantity Surveyor
Job Title: M&E Quantity Surveyor
* Salary: £70,000 - £90,000
* Location: West Thurrock
* Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
About the Company:
Our client is a fast-growing M&E Contractor based in West Thurrock, owned by a well-established main contractor turning over close to £180m. Their M&E division is expanding rapidly due to strong growth and success, which means they have an exciting opportunities for an M&E Professionals to join their team. They deliver projects across London & the Southeast, including residential, commercial, data centre, healthcare, and education sectors.
They are currently seeking a highly motivated M&E Quantity Surveyor to join their office-based team.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare accurate cost estimates for mechanical or electrical (M&E) projects.
- Analyse project drawings and specifications to determine the scope of work and required materials.
- Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring cost control throughout the project lifecycle.
- Monitor and report on budget variances, providing timely updates to project stakeholders.
Contract Administration:
- Administer contracts, including reviewing and negotiating terms and conditions.
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and identify potential risks.
- Coordinate the tendering process for M&E works, including preparing tender documents and evaluating bids.
- Source and negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing.
Value Engineering:
- Identify opportunities for value engineering to optimize project costs without compromising quality.
- Collaborate with project teams to implement cost-effective solutions.
- Prepare regular financial reports detailing project costs, forecasts, and expenditure.
- Provide financial updates to senior management and project stakeholders.
- Manage change orders and variations, assessing their impact on project costs and timelines.
- Negotiate and finalize adjustments to contract values as required.
- Identify potential risks related to cost and financial aspects of projects.
- Develop strategies to mitigate risks and ensure project profitability.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven experience as Quantity Surveyor working for M&E contractors.
- Chartered status with a relevant professional body is desirable.
- Strong knowledge of construction contracts and relevant regulations.
- Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
- Proficient in using relevant software tools, such as cost estimating and project management software.
Benefits:
- Private Healthcare
- Car Allowance
- Company Pension
- Company Incentives and rewards scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 3 days paid over Christmas.
- Excellent career progression
- Free parking on site