M&E Quantity Surveyor

Atrium Associates Ltd; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Atrium Associates Ltd is recruiting an experienced M&E Quantity Surveyor to join its Cambridge-based commercial team. The role covers pre-construction through to final account on a range of M&E projects, ensuring profitability and strong client relations.

Successful candidates will have at least 5 years in a commercial/pre-construction role, be familiar with JCT/NEC contracts, and possess excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a commercial or pre-construction environment.
• Good knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts.
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Experience preparing CVRs, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and commercial management systems.
• Full UK driving licence and CSCS card or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial aspects of multiple M&E projects from award through to completion.
• Prepare valuations, applications for payment and cash flow forecasts.
• Produce monthly CVR reports and commercial forecasts.
• Prepare reports for senior management.
• Procure subcontract packages and negotiate commercial outcomes.
• Draft and issue subcontract and plant orders.
• Assess subcontractor applications and issue payment notices.
• Manage project variations and extend time submissions as required.
• Monitor project costs using COINS and buying schedules.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure successful delivery.
• Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with JCT and NEC contracts.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Negotiation

CVR preparation

Valuations

Final accounts

Stakeholder management

MS Office

Education

Degree in Building Services/Quantity Surveying

Tools

COINS procurement system

Microsoft Office

Job description

M&E Quantity Surveyor

Location: Cambridge

Salary: £65,000 up to £75,000 + Benefits

Our client is a respected Mechanical & Electrical Building Services contractor, delivering innovative design, installation and maintenance solutions across East Anglia. Working across a diverse range of commercial, education and public sector projects, they have built a strong reputation for quality, reliability and technical expertise, supported by an experienced team of Mechanical and Electrical Engineers.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced M&E Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team based in Cambridge.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Commercial Manager, you will take commercial responsibility for a range of Mechanical & Electrical projects from pre-construction through to final account. You will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered profitably while maintaining excellent relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal teams.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to join a stable, respected contractor with a strong pipeline of work and genuine long-term career prospects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial aspects of multiple M&E projects from award through to completion.
• Prepare valuations, applications for payment and cash flow forecasts.
• Produce monthly Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) reports and commercial forecasts.
• Prepare commercial reports for senior management.
• Procure subcontract packages and negotiate the best commercial outcomes.
• Draft and issue subcontract and plant orders.
• Assess subcontractor applications and issue payment notices in line with contract requirements.
• Manage project variations, ensuring all changes are accurately valued and recorded.
• Prepare Extension of Time (EOT) submissions with supporting documentation where required.
• Monitor project costs using the COINS procurement system and buying schedules.
• Work closely with project managers and operational teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with JCT and NEC forms of contract.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience as an M&E Quantity Surveyor or within a commercial role in the Building Services sector.

You will also have:

• A minimum of 5 years' experience within a commercial or pre-construction environment.
• Good working knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts.
• Strong commercial awareness and excellent negotiation skills.
• Experience preparing CVRs, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and commercial management systems.
• A full UK driving licence.
• A valid CSCS card or eligibility to obtain one.

Desirable

• Background in Mechanical, Electrical or Plumbing services.
• HNC/HND in Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
• Degree or formal qualification in Quantity Surveying.

What's on Offer

• Salary circa £70,000 + depending on experience.
• Opportunity to join a highly respected M&E contractor.
• Long-term career progression within a growing business.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Varied and interesting projects across the commercial and education sectors.
• Excellent job security and future development opportunities.

If you're an experienced M&E Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step in your career with a reputable and forward-thinking contractor, we'd love to hear from you.