MEP Quantity Surveyor (Assistant – Project Surveyor Levels)

Posted 06 February 2026
Salary £30000 - £75000 per annum, Benefits: Travel, Healthcare, Pension, Annual Leave Allowance & More!
LocationGreater London
Job type Permanent
Sectors Building Services
ReferenceBH-40168

Job description

MEP Quantity Surveyor (Assistant – Project Surveyor Levels)
Central London
Established MEP Contractor

An established and steadily growing MEP contractor is looking to strengthen its commercial team with the appointment of both an Assistant / Project-level MEP Quantity Surveyor and an MEP Quantity Surveyor.

With turnover now exceeding £35m (up from £5m less than a decade ago), this business has built a strong reputation for delivery across commercial, data centre, residential, education and healthcare projects, typically ranging from £3m to £30m in value. Current projects include high-profile, technically challenging schemes.

The company is particularly well regarded for its staff retention, genuine career progression, strong leadership and focus on work-life balance.

Assistant / Project Quantity Surveyor requirement
This role would suit an Assistant or early Project-level Quantity Surveyor looking to step up on a major scheme.

The Role:
  • Acting as No.2 to a Lead Quantity Surveyor
  • Working on a £20m mechanical package
  • Flagship commercial office development in Central London
  • Main contractor: Tier 1
  • 2-year project duration
  • Site-based role, required on site daily
Ideal Background:
  • Experience supporting mechanical packages
  • Comfortable working on large commercial projects
  • Keen to learn and progress within a growing contractor environment

MEP Quantity Surveyor (Minimum 4-5 years experience)

This position offers autonomy, project ownership and exposure across mechanical, electrical and full MEP packages.

The Role:
  • Managing 3 live projects concurrently
  • Project values between £1m – £3m
  • Mix of mechanical-only, electrical-only and full MEP packages
  • Split between site and head office (Liverpool Street area)
  • Hands-on commercial management
Key Responsibilities:
  • Interim valuations and final accounts
  • Variations and change control
  • Managing subcontractor packages
  • Commercial reporting and cost control
Requirements:
  • Strong experience in valuations, variations and subcontractor management
  • Confident operating independently across multiple projects
  • MEP, mechanical or electrical background considered

Why Apply?
  • Strong and consistent business growth
  • Excellent staff retention and long-term career prospects
  • Opportunity to develop electrical exposure if coming from a mechanical background
  • Supportive senior leadership and mentorship
  • High-quality, technically interesting projects

If you’re an MEP Quantity Surveyor looking for stability, progression and exposure to high-profile work within a growing contractor, this is a role worth exploring.