Assistant Mechanical QS — Elevate Your M&E Career

Hill McGlynn Recruitment; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time, permanent employment

Career development opportunities

Training and mentorship

Job summary

Hill McGlynn Recruitment is recruiting an Assistant Mechanical Quantity Surveyor for a growing M&E contractor in Essex. The role offers exposure to the full commercial lifecycle, including procurement, cost management, valuations, variations and final accounts, with mentorship from senior QS staff.

You will support the commercial team, develop technical knowledge, and progress toward a fully qualified QS role within a supportive, established business.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Assistant Quantity Surveyor or trainee QS in construction/M&E building services.
• Interest in developing a long-term career in mechanical quantity surveying.
• Understanding of construction cost management, valuations, variations and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the commercial management of mechanical installation projects from contract award to completion.
• Support cost control, budgeting and financial reporting.
• Prepare interim valuations and payment applications.

Skills

Strong numerical skills

Good communication

Organisational skills

Reading drawings

Education

HNC/HND or degree in QS/Construction

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hill McGlynn Recruitment is recruiting an Assistant Mechanical Quantity Surveyor for a growing M&E contractor in Essex. The role offers exposure to the full commercial lifecycle, including procurement, cost management, valuations, variations and final accounts, with mentorship from senior QS staff.

You will support the commercial team, develop technical knowledge, and progress toward a fully qualified QS role within a supportive, established business.