Quantity Surveyor (MEP)

ZipRecruiter; Taunton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-owned business with a rich history as a Quantity Surveyor in a transformative gigafactory project. This role focuses on managing MEP packages and various commercial aspects, ensuring profitability and cash flow management. Be part of a collaborative team dedicated to building Britain's future heritage through innovative construction projects. With a commitment to inclusivity and performance-related progression, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible Benefits

Performance-related Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience managing MEP packages and large-scale projects.
• Strong commercial awareness focusing on profit and cash flow.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial aspects including procurement and contract administration.
• Minimize risk and maximize value through cost analysis.

Skills

Commercial Awareness

Cost Management

Risk Minimization

Data Interpretation

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Commercial Management

Job description

Job Description

Sir Robert McAlpine is proud to have been awarded a prestigious contract to deliver a cutting-edge gigafactory — a transformative project at the heart of the UK's green industrial revolution.

In its initial phase, the project involves the design and construction of a 15GWh lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility, complete with ancillary buildings and extensive site-wide infrastructure works.

Once complete, this facility will rank among the largest battery production sites in the UK, with the capacity to supply nearly half of the country's projected automotive battery needs by the early 2030s.

Why join us?

Sir Robert McAlpine is celebrating 155 years of history, as a family-owned business that has stayed true to its values. Through the years we've developed a culture very much our own - creating an environment that brings out the best in people who share our commitment to excellence.

Right now, we're excited about continuing the company's legacy through the projects and opportunities ahead. Join our collaborative team to achieve more from your career by proudly building Britain's future heritage with us.

The Quantity Surveyor role – MEP – Major project

• Experience as a recognised Quantity Surveyor with strong commercial awareness, focusing on profit and cash flow management.
• Assist with the commercial packages for the MEP sector.
• Manage various commercial aspects including procurement, tendering, contract administration, variations, and management of subcontract works packages through to final account.
• Keen to minimise risk, control costs, and maximise value through cost checking and analysis of labour, plant, and materials.
• Broad construction and civil engineering industry experience across various sectors and markets in commercial roles within main contracting organisations.

Your profile

• Knowledge and experience in managing MEP packages.
• Experience from pre-contract through to post-contract phases.
• Large-scale major project experience or construction management experience.
• Ability to interpret and disseminate internal and external data to inform strategic business decisions.
• Degree qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related field.

Rewards

We are committed to investing in your future, offering wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages include flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle and priorities.

We invite you to join us in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now.

Sir Robert McAlpine is dedicated to being an inclusive employer. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply, especially if you're part of a group underrepresented in construction. Our goal is for our workforce to reflect society's diversity. As a family-run business with strong values, we strive to create a supportive, empowering, and inclusive environment for all team members.