Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor – Lead Commercial on Major Projects

Vincent Gurney Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Long-term progression

Major M&E projects

Stable project pipeline

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Vincent Gurney Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to take commercial responsibility for mechanical and electrical projects from early design through to final account. You will maintain financial control across projects, manage valuations, variations and cost reporting, and build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and site teams.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in QS, experience with JCT contracts, strong IT skills, and a qualification in Quantity Surveying.

Qualifications

• Experience administering JCT contracts from client/subcontractor perspective.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and cost value reporting.
• Quantity Surveying qualification and relevant construction experience.
• Commercially astute with a strong understanding of project risk.
• Organised, proactive and able to take ownership of commercial matters.

Responsibilities

• Take commercial responsibility for mechanical and electrical projects from design to final account.
• Maintain financial control across projects, including valuations and cost reviews.
• Prepare and submit monthly valuations from site measurements and WIP reviews.
• Manage variations, change control and commercial recovery.
• Follow up valuations and ensure timely payments per contract terms.
• Manage and agree final accounts and review contracts before signing.
• Build relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers and site teams.
• Produce commercial documentation within agreed timescales.
• Collaborate with Commercial Manager and senior management.
• Develop and improve commercial processes to boost project performance.

Skills

Communication skills

Client-facing

Contract administration

Valuations and cost reporting

Microsoft Office

Education

Quantity Surveying qualification

RICS/CIOB/ICES accreditation desirable

Job description

Vincent Gurney Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to take commercial responsibility for mechanical and electrical projects from early design through to final account. You will maintain financial control across projects, manage valuations, variations and cost reporting, and build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and site teams.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in QS, experience with JCT contracts, strong IT skills, and a qualification in Quantity Surveying.