M&E Quantity Surveyor

Location - Stockport

Salary/Package - Competitive salary + Excellent Benefits Package

Our client is an established North West commercial contractor specialising in design, refurbishment and fit out projects across a range of sectors.

The business has developed a strong reputation for delivering high-quality commercial projects for landlords, investors and private companies, with particular expertise in CAT A refurbishments and CAT B fit outs within the office sector.

With an experienced management team and a strong pipeline of projects, the business works closely with clients throughout the full project lifecycle, delivering projects on time, within budget and to a high standard. Their work includes significant M&E elements, with projects involving the renewal and installation of complete M&E systems and associated plant.

The business is looking to appoint an experienced M&E Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team in Stockport.

The role will focus on the commercial management of M&E packages across CAT A and CAT B fit-out projects, working closely with the project, commercial and operational teams to ensure costs are effectively controlled and projects are delivered successfully.

This is an excellent opportunity for an M&E QS who wants to work within a growing fit-out contractor and have genuine responsibility across a varied portfolio of commercial projects.

• Commercial management of M&E packages across CAT A and CAT B fit-out projects

• Managing costs from pre-construction through to final account

• Reviewing M&E specifications, drawings and tender documentation

• Preparing and reviewing M&E budgets and cost plans

• Managing subcontract procurement and negotiating competitive packages

• Reviewing subcontractor and supplier quotations

• Preparing valuations, payment applications and payment assessments

• Managing variations, change control and additional works

• Monitoring project costs, forecasts and commercial performance

• Preparing CVRs and financial reports

• Managing subcontractor accounts through to final account

• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities

• Working closely with Project Managers, Contracts Managers and site teams

• Attending client and subcontractor meetings as required

• Supporting the estimating and pre-construction process

• Ensuring projects are commercially controlled and delivered within budget

• Building strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers

The successful M&E Quantity Surveyor will have:

• Proven experience as an M&E Quantity Surveyor

• Strong experience within commercial fit out or refurbishment

• Experience working on CAT A and/or CAT B projects

• Strong understanding of M&E construction packages and associated costs

• Experience managing M&E subcontractors and supply chain partners

• Strong knowledge of procurement, valuations, variations and final accounts

• Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail

• Strong Excel and general IT skills

• Good communication and negotiation skills

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects or packages

• Experience working for a main contractor or specialist fit-out contractor

• A relevant Quantity Surveying or construction qualification would be advantageous

• Experience with office, commercial or landlord-led refurbishment projects would be beneficial

• Competitive salary and package

• Stockport-based opportunity

• Opportunity to join an established and growing commercial fit-out contractor

• Exposure to CAT A and CAT B projects

• Strong M&E project portfolio

• Varied commercial workload

• Genuine opportunity for career development

• Supportive and collaborative working environment

• Opportunity to work closely with senior management and experienced project teams

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates.

Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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