Senior Quantity Surveyor - M&E

JL Renewable Solutions; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building services contractor in the UK is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Contract Manager. The role involves leading pre-contract reviews and managing commercial risks across MEP, HVAC, and fire protection projects. The ideal candidate should have a strong MEP background, excellent communication skills, and experience in similar roles. The position offers a salary of £70,000 plus a company car and flexible hybrid working arrangements, with opportunities for career development in a growing business.

Benefits

Company car

Hybrid working

Career development

Qualifications

• Strong MEP / Building Services background is essential.
• Experience with HVAC, fire suppression, fire detection, or sprinkler systems.
• Proven experience as a Senior QS or Contract Manager.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-contract reviews and manage commercial risk.
• Collaborate with sales, estimating, and legal teams.
• Provide technical and commercial input across various systems.
• Ensure proposals and contract terms are compliant and sound.

Skills

MEP / Building Services knowledge

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Overview

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Contract Manager

£70,000 + Company Car | Hybrid

Looking for your next step in MEP or Fire Protection?

Join a fast-growing building services contractor and take the lead on pre-contract reviews across innovative MEP, HVAC, fire suppression and sprinkler projects. If you’re commercially sharp and ready for real progression, this role offers the autonomy, support and flexibility to make an impact.

The Role

• Lead pre-contract reviews and manage commercial risk
• Work collaboratively with sales, estimating and legal teams
• Provide technical / commercial input across HVAC, fire protection, fire detection, suppression and sprinkler systems
• Ensure proposals and contract terms are commercially sound and compliant

What We’re Looking For

• Strong MEP / Building Services background — essential
• Experience in HVAC, fire suppression, fire detection, or sprinkler systems
• Proven Senior QS or Contract Manager experience
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

What’s On Offer

• £70K salary + company car
• Hybrid working with flexible arrangements
• Career development within a growing technical business
• Exposure to major UK building services projects

Ready to take the next step?

If you have the experience and want a role where you can genuinely influence commercial success, apply now and we’ll be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail