Quantity Surveyor MEP Specialist

Tetra Tech; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech, Inc. is seeking a dedicated MEP Specialist Quantity Surveyor for a major Critical National Infrastructure project in North West London.

You will lead the commercial management of mechanical, electrical and plumbing packages from inception through to final accounts, ensuring cost control and value optimisation in a secure environment. The role requires a degree in Quantity Surveying, strong CostX/Excel skills, and experience with NEC/JCT contracts.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Proven experience delivering MEP packages on complex construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of CostX and Excel is essential.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation and communication skills.
• Experience in secure or highly regulated environments is advantageous.
• RICS membership (or working towards) is desirable.
• Sole UK national, aged 21 or over, able to obtain DV-level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commercial management of MEP packages from inception to completion.
• Manage valuations, variations and final accounts with precision.
• Develop detailed estimates, budgets and cash flows with data-led insights.
• Lead tender processes and support contractor selection with compliant procurement strategies.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants and delivery teams to communicate complex commercial matters clearly.
• Apply NEC/JCT or similar contracts in decision-making.

Skills

MEP packages

Cost control

CostX

Excel

Contract knowledge

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

CostX

Excel

Job description

Join a high-performing commercial team delivering complex, secure, large-scale engineering projects where your MEP expertise will directly influence cost, quality and delivery outcomes.

Purpose & Scope of the Role

As an MEP Specialist Quantity Surveyor, you will lead the commercial management of mechanical, electrical and plumbing packages across a major Critical National Infrastructure project. From pre-construction cost planning through tender evaluation and contractor selection, to post-contract delivery and final account, you will ensure robust cost control, value optimisation and contractual compliance across the full project lifecycle.

Your Impact in this position

You will drive informed decision-making through accurate cost forecasting, commercial insight and value engineering. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients and contractors, you will help deliver technically complex works on time and within budget, while maintaining the highest standards expected in a secure project environment.

Commercial Management of MEP Packages

Oversee cost planning, procurement and financial control from inception to completion. Manage valuations, variations and final accounts with precision

Cost Planning & Analysis

Develop detailed estimates, budgets and cash flow forecasts. Apply data-led insights to optimise cost and programme outcomes

Procurement & Tendering

Lead tender processes, evaluate subcontractor returns and support contractor selection. Ensure commercially sound and compliant procurement strategies

Stakeholder Collaboration

Build effective relationships with clients, consultants and delivery teams. Communicate complex commercial matters clearly and confidently

Contractual & Technical Expertise

Apply strong knowledge of NEC, JCT or similar contracts. Integrate MEP technical understanding into commercial decision-making

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline, with proven experience delivering MEP packages on complex construction projects. Strong working knowledge of CostX and Excel is essential, alongside excellent analytical, negotiation and communication skills. Experience within secure or highly regulated environments is advantageous. RICS membership (or working towards) is desirable.

Candidates must be sole UK nationals, aged 21 or over, and able to obtain and maintain DV-level security clearance.

This is a site-based role in North West London within a secure project environment. The position operates on a four-day working week, with minimum of three days on-site. There is potential for the fourth day to be worked remotely, subject to project requirements and security constraints.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide.We have a wide range ofexpertiseacross our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value.We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.

Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who areLeading with Science to solve our clients’ most complex problems.

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employeesrequiringadditionalarrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role