Senior Quantity Surveyor
Senior Quantity Surveyor – M&E / Industrial
Location: Home Based (UK)
Travel: 4 days per month in London and 1 day per month in Middlesbrough
Sector: Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) / Industrial
Company: Tier 2 Main Contractor
The Opportunity
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established Tier 2 Main Contractor for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a portfolio of high-value Mechanical & Electrical and Industrial projects while benefiting from a predominantly home-based working arrangement.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the commercial management of multiple projects, working closely with project teams to ensure financial performance, contractual compliance, and successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the commercial aspects of multiple M&E and Industrial projects from inception through to final account.
* Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts, and Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs).
* Administer subcontractor procurement, payments, and final accounts.
* Prepare, submit, and negotiate client valuations and applications for payment.
* Manage variations, compensation events, and change control.
* Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
* Ensure contractual obligations are met under the relevant forms of contract.
* Produce accurate monthly commercial reports and forecasts.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
* Support the Commercial Manager with project reporting and business performance.
* Mentor and support junior members of the commercial team where required.
Requirements
* Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within the Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) and/or Industrial construction sectors.
* Strong understanding of commercial management throughout the project lifecycle.
* Experience administering NEC and/or JCT contracts.
* Excellent knowledge of subcontract procurement and account management.
* Strong financial reporting, forecasting, and CVR experience.
* Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
* Commercially driven with strong attention to detail.
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to London (approximately four days per month) and Middlesbrough (approximately one day per month).
Desirable
* Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management.
* Membership of RICS, CIOB, or working towards professional accreditation.
* Experience delivering data centre, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, industrial, or large-scale M&E projects.
What's on Offer
* Predominantly home-based working.
* Excellent work-life balance with limited travel requirements.
* Opportunity to work on high-profile M&E and Industrial projects.
* Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
* Clear career progression within a growing Tier 2 Main Contractor.
* Supportive and collaborative commercial team