Senior M&E QS: Lead Mechanical Projects & Profitability

Hill McGlynn Recruitment; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company benefits package

Permanent position

Long-term progression opportunities

Commercial ownership of projects

Mentoring junior QS

Job summary

Hill McGlynn Recruitment is recruiting a Senior Mechanical Quantity Surveyor for a Kent-based M&E contractor. The role covers full commercial management of mechanical installation projects, ensuring profitability, adherence to contracts, and timely financial reporting.

You will work with Contracts Managers, Project Managers and site teams, taking ownership of cost control, procurement, and final accounts while supporting junior team members and driving continued growth of the business.

Qualifications

• Experience as Senior Mechanical QS or similar in M&E contracting
• Strong background in mechanical building services (HVAC, plumbing, pipework)
• Proven track record in budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting
• Experience managing valuations, variations and final accounts
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and contractual docs
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills

Responsibilities

• Take full commercial responsibility from award to final account
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial performance
• Prepare interim valuations, applications for payment and final accounts
• Review drawings and docs to identify commercial requirements and risks
• Lead procurement activities and subcontractor tendering
• Prepare and present cost reports and commercial updates to senior management
• Mentor junior QS staff and support project teams

Skills

Budgeting

Valuations

Contract admin

Procurement

Cost reporting

Mechanical M&E

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

Excel

Cost management software

Job description

Hill McGlynn Recruitment is recruiting a Senior Mechanical Quantity Surveyor for a Kent-based M&E contractor. The role covers full commercial management of mechanical installation projects, ensuring profitability, adherence to contracts, and timely financial reporting.

You will work with Contracts Managers, Project Managers and site teams, taking ownership of cost control, procurement, and final accounts while supporting junior team members and driving continued growth of the business.