M&E Senior Quantity Surveyor

Fusion People Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Healthcare

Additional benefits

Job summary

Fusion People Ltd in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor (M&E) to take commercial responsibility for major mechanical and electrical projects in the region. The role combines technical expertise with strong commercial instincts on high-value schemes.

You will lead cost planning, contract administration, procurement, and reporting, ensuring robust margins across multiple packages while collaborating with project teams and clients on delivery success.

Qualifications

• Strong experience as an M&E Quantity Surveyor, ideally at Senior level.
• Background working for an M&E contractor or building services specialist.
• Excellent understanding of NEC and JCT contract forms.
• Confident communicator with strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Cost Management - Lead cost planning, forecasting, and financial control across multiple M&E packages.
• Contract Administration - Manage NEC/JCT contracts, variations, change control, and claims.
• Procurement & Subcontract Management - Oversee procurement, negotiate subcontract packages, and manage supply chain performance.
• Commercial Reporting - Produce accurate CVRs, valuations, and monthly commercial reports.
• Risk & Opportunity Management - Identify commercial risks and opportunities to protect and enhance project margins.
• Stakeholder Collaboration - Work closely with project managers, engineers, and clients to support successful project delivery.

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor (M&E) - Birmingham

Salary: £70,000-£95,000 + Benefits + Bonus

The Opportunity

A leading building services contractor is looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor (M&E) to take commercial responsibility for major mechanical and electrical projects across Birmingham. This role suits someone who combines technical expertise with strong commercial instincts and enjoys working on complex, high‑value schemes.

Key Responsibilities

• Cost Management - Lead cost planning, forecasting, and financial control across multiple M&E packages.
• Contract Administration - Manage NEC/JCT contracts, variations, change control, and claims.
• Procurement & Subcontract Management - Oversee procurement, negotiate subcontract packages, and manage supply chain performance.
• Commercial Reporting - Produce accurate CVRs, valuations, and monthly commercial reports.
• Risk & Opportunity Management - Identify commercial risks and opportunities to protect and enhance project margins.
• Stakeholder Collaboration - Work closely with project managers, engineers, and clients to support successful project delivery.

About You

• Strong experience as an M&E Quantity Surveyor, ideally at Senior level.
• Background working for an M&E contractor or building services specialist.
• Excellent understanding of NEC and JCT contract forms.
• Confident communicator with strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.

Package

£70,000-£95,000 base salary

• Pension, healthcare, and additional benefits
• Clear progression to Managing QS or Commercial Manager

Location

Birmingham (with occasional travel to project sites)

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