Quantity Surveyor (MEP)

ZipRecruiter; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a groundbreaking gigafactory project. This role offers the chance to work on a major initiative that will significantly impact the UK's green industrial revolution. You'll be responsible for managing MEP packages, ensuring profitability and cash flow, while minimizing risks and maximizing value. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive work environment, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to building Britain's future heritage. Join a collaborative team that values your skills and offers performance-related progression opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible Benefits

Performance-related Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience managing MEP packages in large-scale projects.
• Strong knowledge in procurement and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial aspects of MEP sector including procurement and contract variations.
• Minimise risks while maximising value through cost analysis.

Skills

Commercial Awareness

Cost Analysis

Procurement Management

Contract Administration

Risk Management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in 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 QS with strong commercial awareness focusing on profit and cash flow.
• Assist with the commercial packages for the MEP sector.
• Manage various commercial aspects including procurement, tendering, contract administration, variations, and subcontract works packages through to final account.
• Keen to minimise risks and costs while maximising 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 with main contracting organisations.

Your profile

• Knowledge and experience in managing MEP packages.
• Pre-contract and post-contract experience.
• Large-scale major project and construction management experience.
• Strategic thinking – ability to analyse internal and external data and apply sound judgment regarding business direction.
• 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 feature flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle and priorities.

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 from an underrepresented group in construction. Our goal is for our workforce to reflect society, fostering a supportive, empowering, and inclusive environment for all team members.