Senior MEP Quantity Surveyor | London

Oradeo; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An international recruitment consultancy is seeking a Senior MEP Quantity Surveyor to join their team in London Docklands. The role involves managing multiple MEP projects, maximising commercial returns, and maintaining strong client relationships. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying and a minimum of 6 years' experience, along with strong knowledge of construction contracts. The position offers competitive salary, pension benefits, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension and life assurance

Healthcare benefits

Car allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years’ experience in Quantity Surveying, with MEP or large Data Centre experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts (RIAI, FIDIC, JCT, NEC, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple MEP projects to maximise commercial returns while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Track project deliverables, budgets, and cost control procedures.
• Lead and mentor commercial teams to drive successful project delivery.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Conflict resolution

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Client relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying & Construction Economics

Job description

Senior MEP Quantity Surveyor | London Docklands

• High-profile projects with blue-chip clients
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Career progression from Senior MEP QS to Commercial Manager and beyond

About Oradeo

Oradeo is an international recruitment and project services consultancy specialising in mission-critical construction projects across Europe. We work with global blue-chip clients and tier-one contractors to provide high-quality staffing, project support, and managed labour solutions.

We are recruiting an experienced senior MEP Quantity Surveyor to join a high-performing commercial team in London Docklands. This role involves managing multiple projects, maximising commercial returns, and ensuring contractual compliance while maintaining strong client relationships.

Role Overview

The Senior MEP Quantity Surveyor will lead commercial management across MEP-focused projects, tracking budgets, monitoring performance, and providing guidance on contractual and cost-related matters. Ideal for candidates with strong MEP expertise, advanced contract knowledge, and proven leadership in Quantity Surveying.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple MEP projects to maximise commercial returns while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Track project deliverables, budgets, and cost control procedures, ensuring commercial systems are used effectively.
• Lead and mentor commercial teams to drive successful project delivery.
• Review tender documentation to identify risks or potential gains.
• Review and approve contractors and suppliers in line with project requirements.
• Manage contractual correspondence, including detailed analysis of EOT notifications, claims, and other contract-related communications.
• Continuously monitor project progress to ensure timelines and budgets are maintained.
• Assist in defining project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Report on actual costs vs estimates, identify variances, and implement corrective actions.
• Present clear reports on project progress, problems, and solutions.
• Ensure project teams understand contractual arrangements to meet client and partner requirements.
• Oversee subcontract management, ensuring compliance with scope, payments, compensation events, and programme submissions.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying & Construction Economics, or equivalent recognised by SCSI/RICS.
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in Quantity Surveying, with MEP or large Data Centre experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts (RIAI, FIDIC, JCT, NEC, etc.).
• Commercially astute, with understanding of market trends and competition.
• Excellent negotiation, conflict resolution, and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to critically evaluate documentation.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong client and PQS relationships.

Package

• Competitive salary
• Pension and life assurance
• Healthcare benefits
• Car allowance

Career Path

Structured career progression for high-performing Senior MEP Quantity Surveyors: progression from Senior MEP QS → Commercial Manager → Commercial Director.

Confidential Enquiry

For more information about this Senior MEP Quantity Surveyor opportunity or other commercial roles, contact us confidentially on [phone] or apply in confidence at [e-mail]