M&E Quantity Surveyor – Commercial Lead (Essex)

Hill McGlynn Recruitment; Colchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Hill McGlynn Recruitment is seeking an experienced M&E Quantity Surveyor to join an established M&E contractor in Essex. You will manage commercial and financial aspects across multiple projects, ensuring budget adherence and profitability.

The role requires strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical and mechanical works, with duties including valuations, variations, procurement and cost reporting. Excellent communication and coordination with project teams are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as M&E Quantity Surveyor or similar in M&E contracting/building services.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical installations and related services.
• Experience managing commercial aspects from contract award to final account.
• Experience with budgets, valuations, variations, procurement and reporting.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the commercial management of M&E installation projects from initial contract award through to completion and final account.
• Prepare and submit interim valuations, payment applications and supporting commercial documentation.
• Monitor project budgets, expenditure and financial performance to ensure contracts remain commercially viable.
• Identify, value and manage variations, additional works and contractual changes.
• Prepare accurate cost reports, forecasts and cash flow projections.
• Carry out measurements and valuations of mechanical and electrical installations, including HVAC, heating, ventilation, plumbing, pipework, electrical distribution, containment, lighting and associated building services.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, including preparing tender packages, reviewing quotations and negotiating subcontract agreements.
• Assess subcontractor applications, variations and final accounts.
• Work closely with M&E Project Managers, Contracts Managers and Site Managers to monitor project progress and identify potential commercial risks.
• Review contractual documentation to ensure compliance with agreed terms and conditions.
• Prepare, negotiate and agree final accounts with clients and subcontractors.
• Maintain accurate commercial records, including variations, valuations, purchase orders and contractual correspondence.
• Attend project progress meetings with clients, main contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency and maximise project profitability.
• Support the management of project cash flow and financial performance.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure commercially competitive procurement.
• Provide regular financial updates to senior management, highlighting project performance, risks and opportunities.
• Support Assistant Quantity Surveyors and junior commercial team members where required.
• Ensure commercial activities are carried out in accordance with contractual requirements and company procedures.

Skills

Numerical aptitude

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organisational skills

Excel

Education

Degree in QS or related

Tools

Excel

Job description

Hill McGlynn Recruitment is seeking an experienced M&E Quantity Surveyor to join an established M&E contractor in Essex. You will manage commercial and financial aspects across multiple projects, ensuring budget adherence and profitability.

The role requires strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical and mechanical works, with duties including valuations, variations, procurement and cost reporting. Excellent communication and coordination with project teams are essential.