Mechanical Quantity Surveyor – Data Centre Project – Milan, Italy

Experteer Italy; Milano; In loco; EUR 80.000 - 95.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading European engineering contractor is seeking a Mechanical Quantity Surveyor in Milan. You'll manage costs and performance on high-value projects, ensuring financial health and compliance. The role requires a degree in Quantity Surveying, 4+ years of experience, and proficiency in English. The package includes €95,000 plus accommodation, transport, and living costs.

Servizi

Accommodation

Transport

Career development

Collaboration on high-profile projects

Competenze

• 4+ years of experience in a QS role, ideally on mechanical works.
• Strong understanding of contract frameworks.
• Fluent in English; Italian beneficial.

Mansioni

• Lead the commercial management of mechanical packages.
• Prepare and manage cost plans, BOQs, valuations, and claims.
• Attend and support internal and external commercial meetings.

Conoscenze

Negotiation skills

Reporting skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-starter

Multitasking

Formazione

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics

Strumenti

Excel

QS software tools

Descrizione del lavoro

Mechanical Quantity Surveyor – Data Centre Project – Milan, Italy

Location: Italy, Italy Salary: 95,000 + Accommodation + Transport + Rotation 17/4 + 1,000 Living Cost

A leading European engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Mechanical Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team on a flagship data centre development in Milan. This is a long-term position with strong project visibility and the opportunity to deliver high-spec mechanical packages from pre-contract through to final account.

You’ll play a vital role in maximising commercial performance, managing costs, and ensuring the financial health of mission-critical projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the commercial management of mechanical packages valued over 5 million, from tender through to final account.
• Prepare and manage cost plans, BOQs, valuations, progress claims, remeasurements, and subcontractor accounts.
• Ensure accurate and timely applications for payment, inclusive of all variations, dayworks, change orders, and escalation clauses.
• Attend and support internal and external commercial meetings, providing updates on cost status and financial risk.
• Collaborate with the planning team to align progress reporting with financial tracking.
• Evaluate and negotiate subcontractor claims, interim applications, and final settlements.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and backup to support commercial reporting and audit compliance.
• Contribute to tender review, risk identification, and pricing strategies.
• Support compliance with contract conditions, procurement terms, and quality standards.
• Champion commercial governance, EHS awareness, and quality-focused delivery.

Candidate Profile:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or equivalent; background in mechanical trades (pipefitting/plumbing) is an advantage.
• 4+ years of experience in a QS role, ideally on mechanical works in the data centre, pharmaceutical, or industrial sectors.
• Proficient in Excel and QS software tools; strong understanding of contract frameworks.
• Excellent negotiation, reporting, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to prioritise, multitask, and work to tight deadlines.
• Fluent in English; Italian language skills beneficial.

What’s on Offer:

• 95,000 + Accommodation + Transport + Rotation 17/4 + 1,000 Living Cost
• Project in Milan with a pipeline of follow-on work across Europe
• Travel and accommodation support if required
• Career development through structured training programmes
• Opportunity to work on high-profile engineering projects with a collaborative team