M&E Quantity Surveyor

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is looking for an experienced M&E Asset Surveyor to join their Sheffield team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical and electrical cost planning, with responsibilities including conducting detailed asset surveys and negotiating rates with clients. This role offers a competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000 and a comprehensive benefits package including a car allowance and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

£6,000 car allowance or company car

5% pension contribution

Company mobile and laptop

Open-plan office with onsite parking

Annual December bonus

Qualifications

• Proven UK experience in M&E QS and cost planning.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed mechanical and electrical asset surveys across various sites.
• Measure and translate survey data into comprehensive bills of rates.
• Produce accurate cost plans and lifecycle assessments.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Interpretation of technical drawings

Strong understanding of building services systems

Education

Minimum HND/C in Building Services Engineering

Job description

About the EmployerA well-established M&E consultancy with an annual turnover of £42 million and a strong pipeline of secured work for the next 18 months. The company delivers high-quality services across the UK, working with major clients in the retail and logistics sectors, including Sainsbury's, Amazon, and Tesco. With a collaborative approach and a reputation for technical excellence, the business operates across all RIBA stages (0-7), offering tailored solutions from concept to completion.

Role OverviewWe are seeking a highly experienced M&E Asset Surveyor with UK-based expertise to join a growing team in Sheffield. This role is primarily office-based, focusing on cost planning and design development, with occasional site visits. The ideal candidate will be responsible for picking up designs, conducting M&E surveys, measuring into bills of rates, and negotiating agreed rates with clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed mechanical and electrical asset surveys across various sites.
• Interpret and develop designs from RIBA stages 0-7.
• Measure and translate survey data into comprehensive bills of rates.
• Negotiate rates and scope of work with clients and contractors.
• Produce accurate cost plans and lifecycle assessments.
• Participate in value engineering (VE) meetings as required.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure project success.
  
  

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum HND/C in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Proven UK experience in M&E QS and cost planning.
• Strong understanding of building services systems and lifecycle costing.
• Proficient in interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Based locally to Sheffield (essential due to previous travel-related challenges).
• Full UK driving licence.
  
  

Benefits Package

• Competitive salary: £60,000 - £70,000
• 25 days annual leave
• £6,000 car allowance or company car
• 5% pension contribution
• Company mobile and laptop
• Open-plan office with onsite parking
• Annual December bonus (typically £3,000 based on company performance)
• Flexible working arrangements, including early finish at 4pm on Fridays
  
  

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