MEP Quantity Surveyor

People Group Limited

M&E Quantity Surveyor
Hyperscale Data Centre – £100m+ MEP Package
North-West London

A leading M&E contractor is seeking an experienced M&E Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team on a flagship hyperscale data centre development in North-West London.

This role sits within a long-term, multi-phase hyperscale campus programme and represents a key commercial position on a £100m+ MEP package within one of the UK’s most significant mission-critical projects.

You will report directly into the Senior Commercial Lead and work as part of a high-performing commercial team responsible for the successful delivery of complex Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health packages in a fast-paced data centre environment.

The Role
You will take full commercial responsibility for allocated MEP packages, ensuring robust cost control, accurate reporting, and contractual compliance across all stages of delivery.

This is a hands-on role covering valuation, variations, subcontract management, procurement support, and commercial reporting across large-scale, technically complex works.

Key Responsibilities

Full commercial management of MEP packages from procurement through to final account
Preparation and submission of interim valuations with full substantiation and audit trail
Management of subcontractor accounts, applications, payments, and change control
Identification, valuation, and submission of variations within contractual timeframes
Production of CVRs, cost reports, risk registers, and commercial trackers
Support upstream claims, entitlement submissions, and commercial correspondence
Work closely with project teams to align commercial position with programme and delivery
Support procurement and negotiation of major MEP subcontract packages
Provide accurate forecasting, cost analysis, and reporting to senior management
Key Requirements

Proven experience as an M&E Quantity Surveyor within a contractor environment
Strong background delivering large-scale MEP or data centre projects
Good technical understanding of building services systems including HVAC, electrical distribution, containment, UPS, generators, and BMS
Strong knowledge of contract forms such as JCT / NEC (FIDIC advantageous)
Proven ability to measure, value, and manage complex variations
Strong commercial awareness with excellent numerical and analytical ability
Confident communicator with ability to manage subcontractor and client relationships
Organised and capable of managing multiple workstreams in a high-pressure environment
Package

£55,000 – £75,000 basic salary
Bonus potential
Private healthcare
Pension contribution
25 days annual leave
Life assurance
Strong career progression within a structured commercial team
Additional project-related benefitsFreelance candidates will also be considered.

Why Apply?

Work on a flagship hyperscale data centre in North-West London
£100m+ MEP package on a major mission-critical programme
Long-term secured pipeline of hyperscale data centre work
Strong commercial team with clear progression routes
Exposure to one of the most in-demand sectors in UK construction
If this is of interest or you would like to learn more about the position, please apply or get in touch