M&E Quantity Surveyor

Construction, Property and Engineering; Greater London; On-site; GBP 92,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE seeks an autonomous Freelance M&E Quantity Surveyor for a flagship 650,000 sq. ft, 36-storey all-electric commercial high-rise in the City of London. The role is 3–6 months, Inside IR35, with a PAYE/umbrella arrangement. Immediate or short-notice start available at £500–£600 per day.

Responsibilities include commercial management of MEP sub-contract packages, change control, valuations, cost reporting, and close collaboration with the site team.

Qualifications

• Experience: Proven track record as a Freelance M&E Quantity Surveyor with Main Contractors or major MEP sub-contractors.
• Sector Background: Delivery of major UK commercial developments/high-rise or complex D&B building services.
• IR35 Status: Inside IR35 via umbrella or PAYE.
• Availability: Immediate or 1–2 week notice.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end commercial control of key MEP sub-contract packages.
• Lead evaluation, negotiation, and settlement of variations, design changes, and compensation events under D&B/JCT terms.
• Carry out monthly site assessments, evaluate sub-contractor applications, issue payment notices, and monitor cash flow.
• Assist CVR preparation, interim financial reporting, risk monitoring, and value-engineering reviews.

Skills

MEP QS experience

Contract administration

Change control

Valuations & payments

Commercial awareness

Job description

Freelance M&E Quantity Surveyor - Major Commercial High-Rise

Location: City of London

Sector: Commercial High-Rise / MEP Building Services

Contract Type: Freelance / Contract

Duration: 3-6 Months (Initial contract, with strong likelihood of extension)

IR35 Status: STRICTLY INSIDE IR35 (PAYE / Approved Umbrella)

Pay Rate: £500-600 per day (DOE)

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Freelance M&E Quantity Surveyor available for an immediate or short-notice contract assignment?

A Tier-1 Main Contractor is seeking an autonomous, commercially sharp MEP Contract Quantity Surveyor to join their site-based team on a flagship 650,000 sq. ft, 36-storey, all-electric commercial high-rise in the City of London.

Following the transition from the pre-construction phase into main construction works, this 3 to 6-month contract assignment (Inside IR35) offers the chance to hit the ground running on one of the UK's most ambitious, low-carbon, and technologically advanced high-rise developments.

The Project Snapshot

• Scale: 36-storey, 650,000 sq. ft future-focused, all-electric commercial tower.




• Technical Complexity: 3-level deep basement box, cutting-edge smart building technology, extensive vertical greening, and landscaped sky terraces.




• Heritage & Engineering: Highly complex substructure works involving temporary grillage support for a Grade I listed historic church tower, as well as the re-installation of a historic crypt and new Livery Hall.

Key Responsibilities (Contract Basis)

As a freelance M&E QS, you will provide immediate commercial management across complex, high-value Mechanical, Electrical, and Building Services sub-contract packages:

• Package Management: Drive the end-to-end commercial control of key MEP sub-contract packages.




• Change Control & Variations: Lead the evaluation, negotiation, and settlement of variations, design changes, and compensation events under D&B / JCT contract terms.




• Valuations & Payments: Carry out monthly site assessments, evaluate sub-contractor applications, issue payment notices, and monitor cash flow.




• Cost Reporting: Assist with CVR preparation, interim financial reporting, risk monitoring, and value-engineering reviews without compromising low-carbon performance targets.




• Supply Chain Relations: Work closely with specialist MEP trade contractors to maintain momentum and resolve commercial queries pragmatically.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience: Proven track record as a Freelance M&E Quantity Surveyor working with Main Contractors or major MEP sub-contractors.




• Sector Background: Background in delivering major UK commercial developments, high-rise towers, or complex D&B building services packages.




• IR35 Status: Strictly looking for assignments Inside IR35 via an approved umbrella company or PAYE.




• Availability: Immediately available or on a maximum 1-2 week notice period.




• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of modern MEP systems, all-electric services design, smart technology packages, and contract administration.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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