Quantity Surveyor

Matic Building Services; Wigan; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Matic Building Services in the UK is seeking a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor with Mechanical and Electrical expertise to join our site-based team covering Wigan and Manchester. You will manage all QS duties for M&E projects from inception to completion.

The role requires a degree in QS or a related field, strong cost estimation and budgeting skills, contract administration experience, and excellent communication and negotiation abilities to ensure projects are delivered on time

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of M&E systems and construction processes.
• Excellent cost estimation, budgeting, and contract administration in M&E projects.
• Proficiency in using industry-standard software.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of quantity surveying for M&E projects from inception to completion.
• Produce monthly interim valuations.
• Produce contract forecast reports for internal commercial reporting.
• Manage subcontract accounts, including assessment and certification of interim applications.
• Validate subcontractor claims and review subcontractor performance.
• Ensure effective interaction between the commercial team and the operational site teams.
• Oversee and mentor junior quantity surveyors.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, and financial reports.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure cost-effective project execution.
• Monitor project progress, assess cost performance, and identify potential cost overruns.
• Conduct value engineering to optimise budgets and schedules.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, standards, and contractual requirements.
• Review and manage change orders, claims, and variations.

Skills

Cost estimation

Budgeting

Contract administration

Communication

Negotiation

Organisational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor/Senior Quantity Surveyor – Mechanical and Electrical

Location: Wigan and Manchester (Site)

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

About Us:

Matic is a leading Mechanical and Electrical company specialising in large-scale projects across residential and commercial sectors. With a reputation for delivering high-quality work on time and within budget, we are seeking a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor with expertise in Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) to join our dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of quantity surveying for M&E projects from inception to completion.
• Produce monthly interim valuations.
• Produce contract forecast reports for internal commercial reporting ensuring information is complete and accurate, including development of contract revenue and cash flow forecast.
• Manage subcontract accounts, including assessment and certification of interim applications, validation of subcontractor claims and review of subcontractor performance.
• Ensure effective interaction between the commercial team and the operational site teams.
• Oversee and mentor junior quantity surveyors, providing technical guidance and professional development.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, and financial reports for M&E projects.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure cost-effective project execution.
• Monitor project progress, assess cost performance, and identify potential cost overruns.
• Conduct value engineering exercises to optimise project budgets and schedules.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and contractual requirements.
• Review and manage change orders, claims, and variations to ensure project costs are controlled.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of M&E systems and components, as well as the construction process.
• Excellent understanding of cost estimation, budgeting, and contract administration in M&E projects.
• Proficiency in using industry-standard software.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Exposure to exciting, high-profile projects.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.