Senior Quantity Surveyor (M&E / MEP) – Major Decarbonisation ProgrammeLocation: Gatwick Airport, West Sussex - some hybrid availableSalary: Competitive (depending on experience)Benefits: Company Car/Allowance, Pension, 33 Days Holiday (including Bank Holidays), Life Insurance, Flexible Working

The OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with a strong M&E / MEP background to join a leading renewable energy contractor delivering a major, 4-year decarbonisation programme at Gatwick Airport.

This role will be central to cost planning and commercial management of multiple MEP upgrade projects – including energy-efficient lighting and building services improvements – aimed at reducing carbon emissions across the airport estate.

You’ll take ownership of cost forecasting, procurement, and subcontractor management, supporting a series of sustainable construction & upgrade projects from early design through to completion.

Aviation or NEC contract experience would be an advantage, but not essential.

Key Responsibilities

Lead cost planning, budgeting and forecasting for MEP and building services projects.
Develop detailed cost models and value engineering options to ensure best value delivery.
Manage multiple work packages and subcontractor relationships simultaneously.
Support project teams in financial control, risk management and commercial reporting.
Prepare and issue procurement enquiries, assess quotations and negotiate commercial terms.
Prepare and submit applications for payment, variations, and compensation events.
Produce monthly cost value reconciliations, spend profiles and cash flow forecasts.
Review contract documents to ensure compliance and manage commercial risk registers.
Measure, certify and agree subcontractor interim valuations and final accounts.

About You

Experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with proven track record in M&E, MEP or building services.
Comfortable managing multiple construction packages concurrently.
Aviation or NEC contract experience desirable.
Excellent commercial awareness and communication skills.
Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Benefits

Competitive salary (depending on experience)
Company car or car allowance
Contributory pension scheme
Death-in-service insurance
33 days holiday including bank holidays
Flexible working hours pattern

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a landmark energy efficiency and renewable project at one of the UK’s busiest airports, with long-term prospects for career development within a forward-thinking and sustainability-focused contractor.

Mech Electrics Limited

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