M&E Quantity Surveyor | Building Services | Cambridgeshire | £50,000–£68,000 + Car/Allowance + Package

This is a fantastic opportunity for an M&E Quantity Surveyor to join a respected M&E Building Services contractor delivering projects typically ranging from £2m to £10m across commercial, healthcare, education, and specialist sectors.

This role is ideally suited to someone with 2–6 years’ experience looking to progress towards Senior Quantity Surveyor level within a structured and supportive environment.

About the Company

The company is a long-established and highly regarded M&E Building Services contractor with a strong reputation for delivering technically robust mechanical and electrical installations across a diverse range of sectors.

With a strong pipeline of secured work and a track record of repeat business, the company offers a stable and progressive environment, supported by an experienced leadership team committed to developing and progressing their commercial staff.

The Role – M&E Quantity Surveyor

As M&E Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial management of mechanical and electrical building services projects from pre-construction through to final account.

Working closely with Senior Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers, and site teams, you will gain exposure to a wide range of projects while continuing to develop your commercial and technical expertise.

Projects include full mechanical and electrical building services installations such as HVAC systems, plantrooms, heating and chilled water systems, ventilation, pipework, electrical distribution, containment, and associated M&E services.

Key Responsibilities

* Commercial management of M&E building services projects

* Assisting with subcontractor procurement and package management

* Preparing and managing valuations, variations, and cost reporting

* Working closely with Project Managers and site teams

* Attending project meetings with clients and subcontractors

* Supporting the preparation and agreement of final accounts

* Contributing to the successful delivery of projects ranging from £2m to £10m

Requirements

* Experience working as an M&E Quantity Surveyor within Building Services

* Alternatively, strong experience supporting live projects and stepping into a Quantity Surveyor role

* Good understanding of mechanical and electrical installations and associated services

* Commercial awareness including valuations, variations, and cost control

* Exposure to standard forms of contract (JCT / NEC beneficial)

* Strong communication and organisational skills

* Ambition to progress towards Senior Quantity Surveyor level

Remuneration Package – M&E Quantity Surveyor

* £50,000–£68,000

* Car Allowance or Company Vehicle

* Pension

* Private Healthcare

* 25 days holiday + bank holidays

* Clear pathway for career progression

This role would suit candidates currently working as:

M&E Quantity Surveyor, Mechanical Quantity Surveyor, Electrical Quantity Surveyor, Building Services Quantity Surveyor, Intermediate Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Assistant (M&E), or Junior Quantity Surveyor within M&E Building Services.

Next Steps

Please apply online today, or contact Rob at David Leslie Ltd for an informal and confidential discussion.

About David Leslie Ltd

David Leslie Ltd is a family-run construction recruitment consultancy with over 20 years’ experience connecting professionals and employers across the UK. Specialising in the Building, Fit-Out, and M&E Building Services sectors, our approach is built on trust, integrity, and long-term partnerships, ensuring both clients and candidates receive a service that is personal, transparent, and expertly delivered