Mechanical Assistant Quantity Surveyor — Grow in M&E

Hill McGlynn Recruitment Limited; Lenham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company benefits package

Supportive team

Job summary

Hill McGlynn Recruitment Limited is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor with a mechanical bias to join a Kent-based M&E contractor. You will support commercial management across mechanical projects, assisting with cost control, valuations, and financial reporting while working with senior team members.

The role offers development opportunities within a supportive environment, with exposure to a range of mechanical installations and full commercial life cycles.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Assistant Quantity Surveyor or similar role in construction/building services.
• Understanding of mechanical installations or experience in M&E contracting is advantageous.
• Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management qualification desirable.
• Candidates studying towards relevant qualification will be considered.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings; interest in mechanical building services.

Responsibilities

• Assist with commercial management of mechanical installation projects from award to completion.
• Prepare interim valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
• Assist with cost planning, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
• Review drawings, specifications and contract documents for cost assessments.
• Carry out measurements and take-offs for HVAC, plumbing and pipework systems.
• Assist with contract variations and procurement activities.
• Support subcontractor account management, payments and valuations.
• Monitor project expenditure and identify cost risks or opportunities.
• Attend site meetings to understand progress and commercial requirements.

Skills

Numerical skills

Excel

Communication

Organisational skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hill McGlynn Recruitment Limited is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor with a mechanical bias to join a Kent-based M&E contractor. You will support commercial management across mechanical projects, assisting with cost control, valuations, and financial reporting while working with senior team members.

The role offers development opportunities within a supportive environment, with exposure to a range of mechanical installations and full commercial life cycles.