Mechanical Quantity Surveyor Assistant - Grow Your M&E Career

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company benefits package

Permanent position

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Hill McGlynn Recruitment is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Quantity Surveyor with a mechanical bias to join a Kent-based M&E contractor. You will support commercial management across mechanical installation projects, working with senior QS and site teams to develop your technical and commercial knowledge.

You will gain hands-on experience across the full commercial life cycle, with opportunities for professional development and long-term progression in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Assistant Quantity Surveyor or similar role in construction or building services.
• Understanding of mechanical installations or experience in M&E contracting.
• Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction/Commercial Management desirable.
• Candidates studying towards a relevant qualification will be considered.
• Familiar with construction contracts, procurement and commercial processes.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings with interest in mechanical building services.
• Strong numerical and detail-oriented mindset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the commercial management of mechanical installation projects from award to completion.
• Support the preparation and submission of interim valuations and final accounts.
• Assist with cost planning, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
• Review drawings, specs and contracts to support cost assessments.
• Carry out measurements and take-offs for HVAC, plumbing and pipework.
• Assist with contract variations and procurement activities.
• Support subcontractor account management, payments and valuations.
• Monitor project expenditure and identify cost risks or opportunities.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and site teams for accurate reporting.
• Maintain records of project costs, variations and procurement.
• Prepare monthly cost reports and cash flow forecasts.
• Attend site visits and project meetings to understand progress.
• Assist with day-to-day commercial activities with the team.

Skills

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reading drawings

Full UK driving licence

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Studying towards QS qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Hill McGlynn Recruitment is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Quantity Surveyor with a mechanical bias to join a Kent-based M&E contractor. You will support commercial management across mechanical installation projects, working with senior QS and site teams to develop your technical and commercial knowledge.

You will gain hands-on experience across the full commercial life cycle, with opportunities for professional development and long-term progression in a supportive environment.