Job Description:

M&E Estimator / Commercial Quantity Surveyor

Location: Dartford, Kent
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 DOE
Hours: Monday to Friday
Working Pattern: Hybrid – Minimum 3 Days in Office
Position: Permanent

The Opportunity

We're looking for an ambitious M&E Estimator / Commercial Quantity Surveyor to join an established building services contractor based in Dartford.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recently qualified commercial professional who is ready to take ownership of projects valued between £100k and £1.5m, managing everything from initial tender through to final account.

You'll receive support and mentoring from experienced management, with a clear progression route into a Senior Commercial Manager position.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates and tenders for mechanical and electrical installation projects

• Manage project budgets, costs, forecasts and profitability

• Handle procurement, subcontractor quotations and payments

• Price, track and negotiate variations

• Prepare applications for payment and financial reports

• Manage the commercial aspects of projects through to final account

• Work closely with project managers, engineers and clients

What We're Looking For

• Qualification in Quantity Surveying, Estimating or Construction Commercial Management

• Previous experience estimating and commercially managing M&E projects

• Good understanding of JCT / NEC contracts

• Strong commercial awareness and Excel skills

• Ability to interpret M&E drawings and specifications

• Confident communicator with strong organisational skills

• Ambitious, proactive attitude and willingness to take ownership

What's on Offer?

• £50,000 – £60,000 salary

• Hybrid working – 3 days in the office

• Monday to Friday

• Exposure to M&E projects valued from £100k to £1.5m

• Ongoing mentoring and professional development

• Clear progression to Senior Commercial Manager

• Long-term career development

If you're an M&E Estimator or Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step in your career with greater responsibility and progression, we'd be keen to hear from you.