Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job description

Project Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Central London | Permanent | Up to £100,000 basic + benefits

About the Company

Our client is a growing specialist MEP contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering technically complex projects across commercial fit-out, data centres, shell & core infrastructure and life sciences.

With a strong London presence and an expanding European portfolio, the business offers the opportunity to work on major, high-profile projects within a supportive and experienced team. They provide a competitive package, strong career prospects and opportunities for international project exposure.

The Role

We are looking for experienced Project QSs and Senior QSs to join the commercial team in London.

You will be responsible for the commercial management of MEP projects from pre-construction through to completion, working closely with project teams, clients, consultants and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial management of MEP projects from pre-construction to completion.
• Manage budgets, valuations, variations, payments and final accounts.
• Prepare cost reports, forecasts and commercial reporting.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, accounts and negotiations.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Assess variations and changes to scope.
• Work closely with project managers, engineers and site teams.
• Manage project close-out and final accounts.
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors.

Senior QSs will also provide commercial leadership, mentor junior team members and take responsibility for more complex projects and commercial matters.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within MEP / Mechanical & Electrical contracting.
• Strong experience across major construction projects.
• Background in commercial fit-out, data centres, shell & core infrastructure or life sciences.
• Strong understanding of MEP services and commercial project management.
• Experience with subcontractor management, valuations, variations, forecasting and final accounts.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

What's on offer:

• Up to £100,000 basic salary, depending on experience.
• Competitive benefits package.
• Private healthcare.
• Travel allowance/support.
• Permanent position with an established and growing contractor.
• Major Central London projects.
• Opportunities for international exposure across Europe.
• Strong career development opportunities.

If you're an experienced MEP QS or Senior QS looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing contractor and exposure to major, technically challenging projects, we'd be keen to hear from you.

• All applications will be treated confidentially.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

20-08-2026

Profession type

ICT

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English