Senior MEP Quantity Surveyor

Brandon James; Oxford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Senior MEP Quantity Surveyor to manage a £150m MEP package on prestigious developments in Oxford. The role involves commercial delivery on site, negotiating costs, and overseeing valuations. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in building services with strong MEP knowledge. Competitive salary of £70,000 - £80,000 plus bonuses and numerous benefits such as 25 days leave, flexible working, and private health insurance.

Benefits

£70,000 - £80,000 + Bonus

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Mileage / Expenses

3x volunteering days per year

Pension Scheme, Life Assurance + Income Protection

Flexible Working

Private Health / Medical Insurance + Gym Membership

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager in building services.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems, procurement, and cost control.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing the commercial delivery of major mechanical and electrical packages on site.
• Negotiating provisional sums and managing subcontractor costs.
• Overseeing valuations, cost stage management, and change control.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

MEP knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Job description

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Senior MEP Quantity Surveyor to join a highly respected, multidisciplinary consultancy working on one of Oxford's most prestigious developments.

This is a predominantly site-based position offering the chance to take full commercial ownership of a technically complex, high-value project - with an MEP package exceeding £150m.

Senior MEP Quantity Surveyor Role

As the Senior MEP Quantity Surveyor, you'll play a key role in managing the commercial delivery of major mechanical and electrical packages on site.

You'll be responsible for:

• Negotiating provisional sums and managing subcontractor costs.
• Reviewing scopes, challenging costs, and preparing detailed cost reports.
• Overseeing valuations, cost stage management, and change control.
• Leading on contractor engagement and ensuring value is maintained throughout the project lifecycle.

You'll work closely with a team of 14 MEP cost managers and estimators, collaborating across disciplines while enjoying the autonomy to make commercial decisions that drive project success.

This is a fast-paced, challenging role suited to someone with a strong MEP background who thrives on site and has the confidence to negotiate, manage change, and influence project outcomes.

Senior MEP Quantity Surveyor - Requirements

• 5+ years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager in building services.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems, procurement, and cost control.
• Ideally, previous experience working for or closely with a main or MEP contractor.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with familiarity in Bluebeam advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• £70,000 - £80,000 + Bonus
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Milage / Expenses
• 3x volunteering days per year
• Pension Scheme, Life Assurance + Income Protection
• Flexible Working
• Private Health / Medical Insurance + Gym Membership

If you're a confident, commercially astute MEP Quantity Surveyor ready for a challenging yet rewarding role, contact Jessica Lawrence at Brandon James.

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