Mechanical Quantity Surveyor

Access Talent Group
London
1 week ago
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Mechanical Quantity Surveyor

?? Location: Greenwich, London
??? Sectors: Residential | Mixed-Use | Commercial | High-Rise
?? Company: Leading M&E Subcontractor
?? Salary: Competitive + Package (DOE)


Join a Market-Leading M&E Subcontractor Delivering Landmark Projects Across London. We’re working with a well-established and highly respected M&E subcontractor who are looking to expand their commercial team with the appointment of a Mechanical or Electrical Quantity Surveyor, based in their Greenwich office.


With a strong pipeline of projects across residential, mixed-use, commercial, and high-rise developments, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team operating on some of London’s most exciting schemes.


The Role

As a Quantity Surveyor (Mechanical or Electrical bias), you’ll be responsible for the commercial management of M&E packages from procurement through to final account. You’ll work closely with internal project teams, main contractors, and clients to ensure accurate cost control, reporting, and delivery.


Key Responsibilities

  • Management of M&E packages across multiple live projects
  • Preparing and submitting valuations, variations, and final accounts
  • Monitoring project costs, forecasting, and reportingSubcontractor procurement and management
  • Attending site meetings and liaising with project managers and clients
  • Ensuring compliance with contractual and commercial requirements

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the M&E / Building Services sector
  • Background in projects such as residential, commercial, or high-rise developments
  • Either Mechanical or Electrical bias – both considered
  • Strong knowledge of subcontractor procurement and M&E cost management
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Ability to work from the Greenwich office with site visits as required

What’s On Offer

  • Work with a highly reputable M&E subcontractor on major London projects
  • Competitive salary + benefits package
  • Career development and progression within a growing team
  • Exposure to large-scale, technically complex schemes
  • A collaborative and professional working environment

Apply Now

If you're a Mechanical or Electrical Quantity Surveyor looking to take your career to the next level with a leading subcontractor, we’d love to hear from you.


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