1st Step Solutions Ltd (M&E Recruitment Specialists)

We are currently recruiting for a National M&E Building Services Contractor for the following permanent role

Required: Senior MEP Quantity Surveyor (Project based)
Employment: Permanent
Salary: c. £95k
1st Project Location: Bracknell
Project: £100m laboratory, digital, and research facilities
Project completion: 2028, you’ll then move onto other project after this one completes
Office Locations: Bristol or London

Summary
Senior Quantity Surveyor with a strong Mechanical & Electrical background to join the client/employer’s commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity to take a leading commercial role on a high-profile project with an established team, delivering multiple refurbishment and construction works across a complex, live environment.

What you'll be doing:

Leading the commercial management of MEP works, including procurement, cost reporting, and contract administration
Measuring and valuing works (on site and from drawings) for valuations, variations, and final accounts
Submitting Cost Value Reconciliations and preparing cost to complete
Managing cash and maximising cash generation
Preparing cash flow and turnover forecasts
Preparing internal valuations/CVRs and subcontract liability reports to schedule
Preparing, negotiating, and agreeing subcontractor and supplier accounts
Ensuring compliance with contract terms (JCT Design and Build) and internal governance
Building strong working relationships with clients, supply chain partners, and internal stakeholders

What we're looking for:

Extensive experience in commercial management and procurement of subcontractors
M&E subcontracting background essential
Sound knowledge of JCT Design and Build Conditions of Contract, gained working for an M&E subcontractor
Proven track record in cost control, reporting, subcontractor management, and change management
Excellent team player who can also work independently, with strong time management under tight deadlines
Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
Experience in live, operational environments (e.g. aviation, healthcare) advantageous

Qualifications:

Professional qualification (HNC/HND/Degree/Diploma or equivalent)
RICS Chartership (or working towards) highly desirable
Previous experience on complex MEP projects desirable
Experience of collaborative working approach desirable
CSCS card (relevant category)

The Company/Employer
A national M&E Engineering & Building Services Contractor providing mechanical, electrical and public health installation services to Commercial & Corporate, Life Sciences & Pharmaceutical, Leisure, Heritage, Government, Education and Healthcare. The business is part of a larger energy and technical group of companies in the UK, with over 5000 staff, £600m p/a revenues and over 20 offices across the UK.

How do I apply
If interested & available, please apply via this advert or contact the Bristol team on (phone number removed) (8am-5pm) or email bristol@1ststepsolutions.co.ukIf you do not hear from 1st Step Solutions Ltd with in 10working days, then unfortunately your application has been unsuccesful on this ocassion, however we will keep your CV on file and ocntact you with other suitable roles in the future.

Who are 1st Step Solutions Ltd?
Established in 2004, we are a market leader in M&E/Building Services recruitment within the UK construction industry. With over two decades of expertise, we specialise in the supply of both freelance and permanent professionals across all levels of the Built Environment— from Electricians and Plumbers to Supervisors, Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and Contracts Managers.

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