Quantity Surveyor

ZipRecruiter; Salford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent main contractor is seeking a Quantity Surveyor (Mechanical & Electrical) for a pivotal short-term role on a major residential development in Salford. This contract offers a chance to make a significant impact within a key project phase. Ideal candidates will possess a strong M&E background and immediate availability.

Benefits

Work with a tier-one main contractor

Potential for further opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within M&E sectors.
• Proven track record of managing M&E subcontract packages.
• Immediate availability.

Responsibilities

• Review M&E scopes of work and assist with subcontractor orders.
• Monitor costs, variations, and ensure compliance with contract terms.
• Provide ongoing commercial support to the site teams.

Skills

Negotiation

Cost Management

Job description

Job Description

Quantity Surveyor (M&E) Location: Salford, Manchester Duration: Approx. 4 months Contract Type: Freelance / Contract Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

MEP Resourcing is working in partnership with a leading main contractor to source a Quantity Surveyor (Mechanical & Electrical) for an exciting apartment scheme in Salford. This short-term contract role is ideal for a commercially minded professional with an M&E background, looking to make a real impact in a key phase of the project.

Key Responsibilities

1. Review M&E scopes of work and assist with the placement of outstanding subcontractor orders
2. Agree and finalise subcontract agreements with commercial precision
3. Manage M&E subcontractor relationships throughout the project lifecycle
4. Monitor costs, variations, and ensure compliance with contract terms
5. Provide ongoing commercial support to the site and wider commercial team

Requirements

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within M&E sectors
• Proven track record of managing M&E subcontract packages
• Excellent negotiation and cost management skills
• Immediate availability

Why Join?

• Work with a tier-one main contractor
• Be part of a major residential development in Manchester
• A high-impact, short-term role with the potential to lead to further opportunities

Apply Now

If you're a proactive and commercially savvy M&E QS ready to hit the ground running, we want to hear from you.