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Mechanical / M&E Quantity Surveyor

Mechanical / M&E Quantity Surveyor

Gapp Search Limited • Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom
8 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Drive Commercial Strategy | Mechanical Quantity Surveyor

You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.
Salary: £65,000 - £90,000 (DOE) + Car / Allowance + Fuel Card + Full Benefits Package
Location: Office-based in Mid-Essex (Billericay area) with site travel across Essex, the M25 Corridor & Home Counties
Sector: Building Services / M&E (Commercial & Educational Projects)
About the Company

The employer is a premier, well-established Building Services and M&E Specialist with a proven track record of delivering top-tier design, installation, and maintenance solutions across both the public and private sectors. Built on long-standing industry relationships and continuous expansion, the company fosters an aspirational, supportive environment that prioritises long-term development and commercial excellence.
The Role

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Quantity Surveyor to take total commercial ownership of dynamic building services projects valued between £500k and £2M.

Reporting directly to executive leadership, the successful candidate will oversee the complete financial and contractual lifecycle of works across the South of England. The portfolio is heavily focused on mechanical installations (approx. 75%) alongside complementary electrical packages (approx. 25%), making this an ideal role for a commercially astute candidate with strong dual-discipline exposure.
Key Responsibilities


  • End-to-End Commercial Management: Take full control of estimating, tendering, pricing, sub-contractor procurement, and application processes.


Financial Control & Cash Flow: Forecast budgets, manage monthly cash flow, handle payment applications, control costs, and track contract variations.


Value & Negotiation: Source materials, perform Value for Money (VFM) exercises, negotiate competitive terms and supplier rebates, and complete detailed site take-offs.


Risk & Contract Strategy: Identify and mitigate contract risks while preserving healthy margins across high-value commercial and educational builds.


Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as the primary commercial bridge between client teams, sub-contractors, internal operations, and site engineers.


Candidate Requirements


  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years' experience operating as a Quantity Surveyor within the M&E / Building Services sector.


Technical Breadth: Strong background in Mechanical systems with practical knowledge of Electrical packages (75/25 split).


Project Scope: Demonstrated experience managing project values between £500k and £2M within the Commercial and Educational sectors.


Location & Mobility: Based within commuting distance of Mid-Essex (Billericay region), with full mobility to visit sites across Essex, the M25, and Southern England.


Software & Systems: Advanced proficiency with MS Office Suite, OneDrive, and modern commercial tracking/estimating software.


Qualifications (Desirable): Degree in Quantity Surveying or Mechanical Engineering, NVQ Level 6/7, or professional membership (MRICS/RICS accredited).


Remuneration & Package


  • Competitive Base Salary: £65,000 - £90,000 (commensurate with experience).


Mobility Package: Company Vehicle or Car Allowance + Full Fuel Card & Expense Package.


Annual Leave: 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays.


Health & Security: Comprehensive Healthcare options + Company Pension.


Career Growth: Dedicated funding for continual training, upskilling, and professional development.


Culture: Regular bi-annual seasonal company events and a long-standing, collaborative team culture. xwwtmva


How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the criteria are invited to submit an updated CV for immediate, confidential consideration.

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