MEP Senior Quantity Surveyor

Sphere Solutions; Newton Abbot; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment agency in the United Kingdom seeks an M&E Senior Quantity Surveyor to join an experienced team in Newton Abbot. The role offers a competitive salary up to £90,000 and a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance and life assurance. Candidates should have prior experience in contractor roles and a strong technical understanding of MEP systems.

Benefits

Competitive car package

New and enhanced family friendly policies

Life assurance

Private medical insurance

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experienced in managing valuations and project cashflows.
• Ability to provide commercial input and handling notices.
• Experience leading and managing junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide commercial input to the Civils package.
• Manage valuations, project cashflows, and turnover forecasts.
• Provide legal and contractual advice on orders and changes.
• Lead and manage junior staff to meet targets.
• Ensure cash flow is maximised.

Skills

Prior experience working for a Contractor as a Senior QS

Technical understanding of MEP systems

Understanding of NEC contracts

Ability to work collaboratively

Job description

Overview

M&E Senior Quantity Surveyor – Newton Abbot

£70,000-£90,000 & Package

MEP Senior Quantity Surveyor required for a Tier 1 contractor, to work on an exciting scheme in the heart of Devon. You will join an experienced commercial team and take responsibility for the large MEP package.

Responsibilities

• Provide commercial input to the Civils package, including financial and contractual performance forecasts.
• Manage valuations, project cashflows, and turnover forecasts, including monthly cost reports and progress records.
• Provide legal and contractual advice on orders and changes, handling notices and subcontractor administration.
• Lead and manage junior staff, ensuring workload targets, deadlines, and commercial tasks are met and updated monthly.
• Ensure cash flow is maximised including ensuring payments are received on time.

What are we looking for?

• Prior experience working for a Contractor as a Senior QS.
• Technical understanding of MEP systems.
• A clear understanding of the different forms of contracts, specifically NEC.
• The ability to work collaboratively and as part of a team.

On offer

• Salary up to £90,000 depending on experienced and qualifications
• Competitive car package
• New and enhanced family friendly policies
• Life assurance
• Private medical insurance
• Pension Scheme

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we\'ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Next steps

For an informal discussion please call Abbie or Jo on (phone number removed) or apply as instructed.

Sphere Solutions Ltd is a leading construction recruitment agency specialising in providing top-notch staffing solutions to the construction sector. With a strong presence in Wales, Cardiff, Bristol, Gloucester, Taunton, Plymouth, Truro, and Southampton, we are committed to connecting talented professionals with the best construction job opportunities in these areas.