Senior Quantity Surveyor

ZipRecruiter; Buntingford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise en pleine croissance recherche un Quantity Surveyor expérimenté pour gérer les aspects commerciaux et contractuels des projets M&E depuis leur bureau de Buntingford. Le candidat idéal sera responsable de l'évaluation des coûts, de la gestion des risques et du développement des contrats dans un environnement dynamique, avec des opportunités de développement professionnel.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career development

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Pension scheme

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Diplôme en Quantity Surveying ou discipline connexe.
• Minimum 3-5 ans d'expérience en tant que Quantity Surveyor, avec une expertise en M&E.
• Bonne comprendsion des services de construction, incluant les systèmes mécaniques et électriques.

Responsibilities

• Gérer tous les aspects coûts des packages M&E, y compris procurement et évaluation.
• Préparer et analyser les devis pour les appels d'offres et contrats.
• Surveiller la progression sur le site et fournir un soutien commercial.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Tools

MS Office

Excel

QS software (Bluebeam, CostX, Causeway)

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor (M&E Works)

Location: Buntingford, Hertfordshire

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

About the Role:

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Quantity Surveyor to oversee the Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) packages on various construction projects based from our Buntingford office. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the commercial and contractual aspects of M&E works, ensuring best value and robust cost control from procurement through to final account.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all cost aspects relating to M&E packages, including procurement, tendering, budgeting, and valuation.
• Prepare and analyze costings for tenders and contracts.
• Administer subcontractor and supplier accounts, including payment notices, variations, and final accounts.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, and design teams to assess project requirements and ensure alignment with budgets.
• Monitor progress on-site and provide commercial support to ensure project delivery within budget.
• Identify and manage risks and opportunities relating to the M&E scope.
• Support value engineering exercises and contribute to design development from a commercial standpoint.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and relevant legislation (e.g., NEC/JCT contracts).
• Produce detailed cost reports and forecasts for senior management.

Requirements:

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a Quantity Surveying role, with proven experience in M&E works.
• Strong understanding of building services, including mechanical (HVAC, plumbing) and electrical systems.
• Familiar with relevant contract forms (JCT, NEC) and strong contractual awareness.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel; experience with QS software (e.g. Bluebeam, CostX, Causeway) is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Pension scheme
• On-site parking