Job Description

Location: Dartford, Kent

Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 per annum

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced M&E Quantity Surveyor to join an established building services contractor based in Dartford.

The business specialises in mechanical building services projects, delivering installations across a range of commercial and building services environments, with project values of up to £2 million.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor with an M&E background who is looking to develop their commercial experience, taking responsibility for cost control, estimating support and project profit and loss tracking across multiple mechanical projects.

The Role

As an M&E Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial and financial management of mechanical projects, working closely with project managers, estimators and senior management to ensure projects are delivered within budget and achieve their financial targets.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with estimating, pricing and tender preparation for mechanical building services projects.
• Supporting the commercial management of mechanical projects valued at up to £2 million.
• Monitoring project costs, budgets and financial performance.
• Tracking project profit and loss (P&L) and reporting on financial performance.
• Assisting with cost forecasting and identifying potential commercial risks.
• Preparing valuations, applications for payment and cost reports.
• Managing variations, variations pricing and change control.
• Supporting subcontractor procurement, valuations and final accounts.
• Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors, project managers and clients.
• Reviewing project expenditure and helping to maintain profitability.
• Assisting with financial reporting and commercial reviews.
• Ensuring accurate records are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience as an M&E Quantity Surveyor, Mechanical Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Quantity Surveyor.
• Experience within mechanical building services or M&E contracting.
• An understanding of estimating, cost control and project financial management.
• Experience or knowledge of project profit and loss tracking.
• Good commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Strong numerical, organisational and communication skills.
• The ability to work closely with project managers and commercial teams.
• A proactive approach to managing costs and supporting project profitability.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• £50,000 – £55,000 salary
• Travel expenses covered
• Private healthcare
• Company credit card
• Death in service benefit
• Opportunity to work on mechanical projects valued at up to £2 million
• Career development within an established building services environment

How to Apply

If you are an M&E Quantity Surveyor looking for your next opportunity in Dartford, with experience in mechanical building services, estimating and commercial project management, we would welcome your application.

Please submit your CV for consideration.