Job Description
Our client are seeking a Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor to join a dynamic and growing construction consultancy based in Farringdon. You will be working on high-profile commercial, mixed-use, fit-out, and mission-critical projects across London and the South East, taking full ownership of mechanical and electrical cost management through all RIBA stages.
This is an opportunity to join a collaborative, modern consultancy that values technical excellence, client relationships, and work-life balance.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the cost planning and procurement process for M&E packages
Conduct cost estimates, BOQs, and tender documents for mechanical, electrical, and public health systems
Manage post-contract commercial responsibilities, including valuations, change control, variations, and final accounts
Provide value engineering advice and ensure robust commercial risk control
Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and clients to deliver coordinated and commercially sound solutions
Lead or support client meetings and provide regular financial reporting
Assist in mentoring junior surveyors and providing technical guidance
Ensure compliance with contracts such as JCT, NEC3/4.
Requirements:
5-10+ years' experience in quantity surveying with a strong focus on M&E services
Previous experience in a consultancy/PQS environment
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Building Services, Engineering or equivalent
Demonstrable experience managing M&E packages on commercial / fit-out / mixed-use projects
Strong working knowledge of procurement, estimating, and post-contract administration
Familiarity with MEP measurement techniques (e.g. SMM7, NRM2/3, CESMM)
Confident in client-facing situations and team leadership
UK right to work
Benefits:
Competitive base salary + annual performance bonus
Private healthcare and enhanced pension
Hybrid working (typically 3 days in office/client sites)
Generous holiday allowance (25 days + bank holidays)
Funded CPD, professional memberships (e.g., RICS)
Clear career progression in a flat-structured, meritocratic environment
O'Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation
