Our client is a Top 30 M&E contractor who are looking to add an M&E Quantity Surveyor to the team based out of their central London offices. Established for over 25 years, they are a privately owned Mechanical & Electrical Building Services contractor providing services across Design & Build, full M&E services, HVAC, IT infrastructures, CCTV, security, access control and fire alarms. They pride themselves on their diverse range of clients working across a wide portfolio of projects which include commercial, education, residential/super-prime residential, leisure, healthcare, MOJ and healthcare ranging in value up to £20m. M&E QS typical Responsibilities Manage feasibility studies to estimate materials, time and labour costs Single point of contact to fully understand project’s commercial needs, evaluating different options to fulfil them and propose the best solutions in a reasonable, professional way Manage cost throughout the project stages through to financial close and during construction Assist when required with regards to cost evaluation, procurement and variation advice. Accurately report and monitor, to ensure accurate monthly forecasting and cost reporting to the Commercial Manager Handle procurement of sub-contractor packages and present their selection for approval of said packages by Commercial Manager Review all project variations and project claims Minimise the cost and enhance value for money for projects, whilst still achieving the required standards and quality Monitor all project costs and cashflow including preliminaries through the approval, sign off of orders and the reviewing of invoices applicable to the project Prepare monthly client applications for payments and follow through to receipt of client certificate, in line with the works completed on site and cash flow position Assess Sub-contractors’ application for payments, to ensure a fair valuation in line with the progress on site and with their contracts You will ideally have a degree or relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying/Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 3 -10 years professional experience in the M&E sector. You will also need a demonstratable track record of reviewing technical drawings for variations, valuations and take-offs. Further required skills include strong analytical, communication and team management skills, a good attitude to work, a high level of professionalism and a proficiency in MS Office, specifically MS Excel. Regrettably we can only accept applications from candidates with a strong background specifically in M&E as opposed to just general construction experience. The client is open to both Intermediate and Senior level applicants, on either a permanent or freelance basis