M&E Asset Surveyor

  • Hays
  • Sheffield, Yorkshire
  • Jul 27, 2025
Full time Construction

Job Description

M&E Surveyor - South Yorkshire - £60k-£70k + Car allowance (UK-wide projects)

About the EmployerA well-established M&E consultancy with an annual turnover of £42 million and a strong pipeline of secured work for the next 18 months. The company delivers high-quality services across the UK, working with major clients in the retail and logistics sectors, including Sainsbury's, Amazon, and Tesco. With a collaborative approach and a reputation for technical excellence, the business operates across all RIBA stages (0-7), offering tailored solutions from concept to completion.

Role OverviewWe are seeking a highly experienced M&E Asset Surveyor with UK-based expertise to join a growing team in Sheffield. This role is primarily office-based, focusing on cost planning and design development, with occasional site visits. The ideal candidate will be responsible for picking up designs, conducting M&E surveys, measuring into bills of rates, and negotiating agreed rates with clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct detailed mechanical and electrical asset surveys across various sites.
  • Interpret and develop designs from RIBA stages 0-7.
  • Measure and translate survey data into comprehensive bills of rates.
  • Negotiate rates and scope of work with clients and contractors.
  • Produce accurate cost plans and lifecycle assessments.
  • Participate in value engineering (VE) meetings as required.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure project success.

Candidate Requirements
  • Minimum HND/C in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
  • Proven UK experience in M&E asset surveying and cost planning.
  • Strong understanding of building services systems and lifecycle costing.
  • Proficient in interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
  • Based locally to Sheffield (essential due to previous travel-related challenges).
  • Full UK driving licence.

Benefits Package
  • Competitive salary: £60,000 - £70,000
  • 25 days annual leave
  • £6,000 car allowance or company car
  • 5% pension contribution
  • Company mobile and laptop
  • Open-plan office with onsite parking
  • Annual December bonus (typically £3,000 based on company performance)
  • Flexible working arrangements, including early finish at 4pm on Fridays

What you need to do now
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