Senior M&E QS - Lead Commercial on Major Projects

Hill McGlynn Recruitment Limited; Lenham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company benefits package

Job summary

Hill McGlynn Recruitment Limited is seeking a Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor for a Kent-based contractor. You will take full commercial responsibility for M&E projects, ensuring budget adherence and maximising commercial performance.

The role involves procurement, contract administration, valuations, final accounts, and mentoring junior QS staff. A strong background in mechanical and electrical building services and excellent leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Senior M&E QS or similar in an M&E contracting environment.
• Strong background in mechanical and electrical building services including HVAC, cooling, heating and distribution systems.
• Experience managing commercial aspects from contract award to final account.

Responsibilities

• Take full commercial responsibility for M&E installation projects from award through to final account.
• Manage project budgets, expenditure, forecasts and commercial performance to ensure profitability.
• Prepare, review and submit interim valuations, payment applications and final accounts.
• Review drawings and documentation to identify commercial requirements, risks and opportunities.
• Lead procurement activities including subcontractor tendering and supplier negotiations.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Prepare cost reports, forecasts, cash flow projections and updates to senior management.
• Collaborate with project teams to monitor progress and manage risks.

Skills

M&E contracting

Budgeting

Valuations

Subcontract management

Cost control

Negotiation

Contract administration

Excel

Financial reporting

Leadership

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

Excel

Cost management software

Job description

Hill McGlynn Recruitment Limited is seeking a Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor for a Kent-based contractor. You will take full commercial responsibility for M&E projects, ensuring budget adherence and maximising commercial performance.

The role involves procurement, contract administration, valuations, final accounts, and mentoring junior QS staff. A strong background in mechanical and electrical building services and excellent leadership are essential.