M&E Quantity Surveyor

M&E Quantity Surveyor – Up to £100,000 DOE

Location: Kent – office-based, no hybrid working
Hours: Monday-Friday, 08:00-17:00
Salary: Up to £100,000, depending on experience
Holiday: 28 days plus bank holidays

The opportunity

Strong Recruitment Group is recruiting an experienced M&E Quantity Surveyor to join a growing commercial team delivering major residential projects.

Working alongside the existing QS, you’ll take ownership of the commercial management of mechanical and electrical packages, from procurement through to final account. This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on project profitability, work on high-profile residential schemes and develop your career within a growing business.

Your responsibilities

• Manage the commercial lifecycle of M&E packages, from pre-construction through to final account and handover.

• Lead subcontractor procurement, prepare tender documents, assess bids and negotiate commercial terms.

• Prepare interim valuations, monthly cost forecasts and final accounts.

• Identify, price and manage variations and changes to project scope.

• Monitor budgets, cash flow and project margins, providing clear reports to senior management.

• Administer subcontract agreements and manage commercial claims and disputes.

• Identify commercial risks and implement measures to protect profitability.

• Work closely with project managers, design engineers, site teams and clients to support successful delivery.

• Carry out site visits to verify progress and support accurate valuations.

• Maintain accurate commercial records for audits and client reviews.

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience as an M&E Quantity Surveyor on major projects, typically valued at £20m+.

• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical services within high-rise residential developments.

• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline.

• A strong track record in cost forecasting, valuations, variation management and final accounts.

• Confident negotiation skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients, subcontractors and project teams.

• Strong Microsoft Office skills; experience with Sage would be an advantage.

• Excellent organisation, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.

Experience with cost or measurement software, professional membership or progress towards RICS/CIOB, and experience working with external consultants would also be beneficial.

What’s on offer

• Salary up to £100,000 DOE.

• 28 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.

• A key commercial position within a growing business.

• Involvement in high-profile, large-scale residential projects.

• Support from an experienced QS and opportunities to progress into senior commercial roles.

• A collaborative office-based team where your expertise helps shape project outcomes.

Apply

Interested? Send your CV with a brief summary of your M&E quantity surveying experience, including the types and values of projects you’ve worked on.