Quantity Surveyor MEP Specialist

Tetra Tech; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a skilled MEP Specialist Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing packages for a major Critical National Infrastructure project in North West London. This role involves ensuring robust cost control, value optimisation, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle. Applicants should have a degree in Quantity Surveying, experience with MEP packages, and strong skills in CostX and Excel. This site-based position operates on a four-day workweek, with a minimum of three days on-site, and potential for remote work on the fourth day, depending on project requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Proven experience delivering MEP packages on complex construction projects.
• Strong working knowledge of CostX and Excel is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial management of MEP packages across a major project.
• Drive informed decision-making through accurate cost forecasting.
• Oversee cost planning, procurement and financial control.

Skills

Cost forecasting

Commercial management of MEP packages

Data-led insights

Stakeholder collaboration

Contractual expertise

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

RICS membership (or working towards)

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.

Core Capabilities

• 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.

Working Environment

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.

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. 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.