Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor | Lead on £100m Lab Project

1st Step; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

1st Step Solutions Ltd (M&E Recruitment Specialists) is seeking a Senior MEP Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial management on a high-profile project in Bracknell. This permanent role supports a £100m+ laboratory, digital and research facilities, with project completion anticipated in 2028 and opportunities to move onto subsequent projects thereafter.

You will join the client's commercial team, taking a leading role across procurement, cost reporting, and contract administration, with a strong

Qualifications

• Leading commercial management of MEP works including procurement, cost reporting and contract administration.
• Measuring and valuing works on site and from drawings for valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Submitting Cost Value Reconciliations and preparing cost to complete.
• Managing cash and maximizing cash generation.
• Preparing cash flow and turnover forecasts; CVRs and subcontract liability reports.
• Negotiating and agreeing subcontractor and supplier accounts.
• Ensuring compliance with contract terms and internal governance.
• Building strong relationships with clients, supply chain and stakeholders.
• Experience with live environments (healthcare, aviation) advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Leading the commercial management of MEP works, including procurement, cost reporting, and contract administration.
• Measuring and valuing works (on site and from drawings) for valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Submitting Cost Value Reconciliations and preparing cost to complete.
• Managing cash and maximising cash generation.
• Preparing cash flow and turnover forecastsPreparing internal valuations/CVRs and subcontract liability reports to schedule.
• Preparing, negotiating, and agreeing subcontractor and supplier accounts.
• Ensuring compliance with contract terms (JCT Design and Build) and internal governance.
• Building strong working relationships with clients, supply chain partners, and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Commercial management

Subcontractor procurement

JCT Design and Build knowledge

Cost control

Team collaboration

Education

Professional qualification (HNC/HND/Degree/Diploma or equivalent)

RICS Chartership (or working towards)

CSCS card

Tools

JCT Design and Build

Job description

1st Step Solutions Ltd (M&E Recruitment Specialists) is seeking a Senior MEP Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial management on a high-profile project in Bracknell. This permanent role supports a £100m+ laboratory, digital and research facilities, with project completion anticipated in 2028 and opportunities to move onto subsequent projects thereafter.

You will join the client's commercial team, taking a leading role across procurement, cost reporting, and contract administration, with a strong