Junior Quantity Surveyor

Junior MEP Quantity Surveyor – London

Location: London
Salary: £32,000 – £35,000 per annum
Sector: MEP / Data Centres
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for a Junior MEP Quantity Surveyor to join a growing Quantity Surveying and commercial consultancy, working alongside the Director and supporting an MEP client on a major Data Centre project in London.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Junior Quantity Surveyor with ideally 1–2 years' experience who already has some exposure to Mechanical & Electrical building services and is looking to develop their commercial experience within the rapidly growing data centre sector.

You will work closely with the Director, senior commercial professionals and the client, gaining hands-on experience across the commercial management of significant MEP packages.

The position would particularly suit an ambitious Junior QS who wants greater responsibility, exposure to major projects and the opportunity to develop their career within MEP Quantity Surveying.

Key Responsibilities

* Supporting the commercial management of mechanical and electrical packages on a major London Data Centre project.

* Assisting with the preparation and assessment of valuations and applications for payment.

* Supporting cost planning, budgeting and forecasting throughout the project lifecycle.

* Assisting with subcontractor procurement and tender analysis.

* Reviewing subcontractor quotations and helping with commercial comparisons.

* Assisting with the management and valuation of variations and change.

* Supporting the preparation of cost reports and commercial updates.

* Monitoring project expenditure against agreed budgets.

* Assisting with subcontractor applications and payments.

* Supporting the management of commercial and contractual documentation.

* Maintaining accurate records of costs, variations and project changes.

* Liaising with the client, contractors, subcontractors and wider project team.

* Attending commercial and project meetings where required.

* Supporting senior management with the preparation of commercial reports.

* Assisting with final account preparation and agreement.

* Developing a strong understanding of MEP packages and the commercial requirements associated with complex building services projects.

Candidate Requirements

The successful candidate will ideally have:

* 1–2 years' experience within Quantity Surveying would be ideal.

* Experience as a Junior Quantity Surveyor, Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Graduate Quantity Surveyor.

* Previous exposure to MEP / Mechanical & Electrical building services.

* A good understanding of mechanical and electrical services within the construction industry.

* An understanding of Quantity Surveying and commercial principles.

* Strong numerical and analytical skills.

* Good attention to detail.

* Strong written and verbal communication skills.

* Confidence working with clients, contractors and other members of the project team.

* Good Microsoft Excel skills.

* A relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management or a related discipline, or currently working towards one.

* A genuine desire to develop a career within MEP Quantity Surveying.

Previous Data Centre experience would be advantageous but is not essential, provided you have relevant MEP/building services knowledge.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position offers an excellent opportunity for someone at the earlier stages of their Quantity Surveying career to gain exposure to a major London Data Centre project.

You will have the opportunity to work closely alongside the Director, providing valuable exposure to senior-level commercial decision-making and client management.

The role will provide hands-on experience across MEP commercial management, cost reporting, forecasting, procurement, variations, subcontractor management and final accounts.

For someone with 1–2 years' experience who is looking to build a long-term career within MEP Quantity Surveying, this represents an excellent opportunity to develop within a specialist environment.

Salary & Package

£32,000 – £35,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Additional company benefits will be discussed during the recruitment process.

Apply

If you are currently working as a Junior MEP Quantity Surveyor, Assistant MEP Quantity Surveyor or Graduate Quantity Surveyor, ideally with 1–2 years' industry experience, and are looking to develop your career on a major London project, we would be interested in speaking with you.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on MEP commercial experience within the Data Centre sector while working directly alongside senior leadership and the client
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed