Associate M&E Quantity Surveyor

Brandon James Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected and fast-growing specialist cost consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate M&E Quantity Surveyor to lead cost strategies for high-profile projects in London. With a clear path to Director-level, this role offers a competitive salary of £75,000 to £80,000 and a hybrid working model. Key qualifications include 8+ years' experience and a relevant degree. Join a supportive team focused on technical excellence.

Benefits

25+ days holiday plus bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Pension and private healthcare

Professional membership fees covered

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience as an M&E Quantity Surveyor, ideally within a consultancy environment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems across complex building projects.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to manage client relationships independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of key building services cost strategies across London projects.
• Take ownership of major projects across commercial, residential, and mixed-use sectors.
• Play a key role in client relationships, internal team development, and business growth.

Skills

Mechanical and electrical cost planning

Client relationship management

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Commercial awareness

Education

Relevant degree qualification (Quantity Surveying, Building Services Engineering)

Chartered status (MRICS, MCIBSE or similar)

Job description

A respected and fast-growing specialist cost consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate M&E Quantity Surveyor to lead the delivery of key building services cost strategies across a portfolio of high-profile London projects. This is an ideal opportunity for a technically strong M&E professional looking to step into a senior leadership role with real influence and progression potential.

The successful Associate M&E Quantity Surveyor will take ownership of major projects across commercial, residential, and mixed-use sectors, offering expertise in mechanical and electrical cost planning, procurement, and post-contract management. You’ll play a key role in client relationships, internal team development, and business growth.

As an Associate M&E Quantity Surveyor, you will join a close-knit consultancy with a strong technical reputation in the market and a supportive leadership structure. There is genuine scope for progression to Director-level within a short timeframe.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum 8 years’ experience as an M&E Quantity Surveyor, ideally within a consultancy environment
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems across complex building projects
• Proven leadership skills and ability to manage client relationships independently
• Experience delivering MEP packages on high-value developments
• Relevant degree qualification (e.g., Quantity Surveying, Building Services Engineering)
• Chartered status (MRICS, MCIBSE or similar) preferred
• Confident communicator with commercial awareness and attention to detail

In Return:

• £75,000 – £80,000 salary depending on experience
• Hybrid working (2-3 days in the office)
• 25+ days holiday plus bank holidays
• Clear route to Director-level
• Annual bonus scheme
• Pension and private healthcare
• Professional membership fees covered
• A supportive, technically focused team environment

If you are a Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dan McEvoy at Brandon James.

01628 334720

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