Quantity Surveyor Major Healthcare MEP Project Plymouth /Exeter

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national contractor seeks a Quantity Surveyor for a major MEP project in Plymouth/Exeter. This position involves managing the full commercial lifecycle of a £45m+ healthcare infrastructure project, offering career progression, structured training, and the chance to work within a supportive team. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Quantity Surveying and significant experience in the construction sector.

Benefits

Career progression

Structured training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in main contractor and subcontractor environments.
• Strong understanding of NEC, GC/Works/1 and standard contracts.
• Prior experience on MEP or healthcare projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage full commercial lifecycle of a £45m+ MEP package.
• Ensure timely preparation of payment applications and valuations.
• Drive project governance and commercial risk management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Commercial acumen

Analytical skills

Proficient in IT and reporting systems

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

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Quantity Surveyor Major Healthcare MEP Project Plymouth /Exeter, plymouth

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Client:

LJB & Co

Location:

plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

09.07.2025

Expiry Date:

23.08.2025

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Job Description:

Quantity Surveyor Major Healthcare MEP Project Plymouth (Exeter during Preconstruction)

A leading national contractor is delivering a major MEP package under the HMG Future Hospital scheme and is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. This is an exciting opportunity to support a £45m+ healthcare infrastructure project, initially reporting from the Exeter office before relocating to the Plymouth site for the construction phase.

This role offers strong career progression, exposure to high-profile healthcare work, and the chance to be part of a supportive, commercially focused team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full commercial lifecycle of a £45m+ MEP package, from preconstruction through to final account.
• Ensure timely preparation and agreement of payment applications, valuations, and invoices to maintain cash flow.
• Identify, price, and agree variations, loss and expense entitlements in line with contract terms.
• Lead cost reporting, CVRs, and forecasting activities with clarity and accuracy.
• Coordinate subcontractor procurement, tender reviews, and appointment documentation.
• Track subcontractor accounts, manage changes, and maintain accurate cost schedules.
• Drive project governance, commercial risk management, and adherence to internal systems and controls.
• Interface with project stakeholders including operations, finance, and supply chain.
• Mentor junior commercial staff and contribute to continuous process improvement.

Candidate Requirements:

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in both main contractor and subcontractor environments.
• Strong understanding of NEC, GC/Works/1 and other standard form contracts.
• Prior experience on MEP or healthcare projects preferred.
• Skilled in contract variation tracking, claims preparation, and cost control.
• Excellent attention to detail, commercial acumen, and analytical skills.
• Proficient in advanced IT and reporting systems.

Whats on Offer:

• On going long term Role
• Career progression, structured training, and development opportunities