Managing Quantity Surveyor-Data Centres

Job Title: Managing Quantity Surveyor - Data Centre Projects

Location: South-East England

Remote/Hybrid: Hybrid

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Commercial

Reporting to: Regional Commercial Manager

About H&MV Engineering:

H&MV Engineering is a global leader in high-voltage electrical engineering, powering the transition to a sustainable future. We’re at the cutting-edge of renewable energy, data centres, and complex utility projects - powered by a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

Our foundation is built on safety, collaboration, and respect. These values shape how we work, how we lead, and how we grow. And at H&MV Engineering, growth isn’t just a goal—it’s a mindset.

We invest in our people, offering opportunities to develop, lead, and shape the future of energy. We value passion, motivation, and problem-solving skills, and we believe that diverse perspectives fuel better outcomes.

We’re not here to keep up—we’re here to lead.

About the Role:

We’re looking for a experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join our team. In this role, you’ll Lead day to day commercial activities on large scale high-value HV projects. Your project portfolio will include a number of Data Centre pojects across the South East. You'll work closely with the commercial & engineering teams, clients, and key stakeholders to deliver on the commercial side of projects for H&MV.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day‑to‑day commercial and contract activities, including procurement schedule creation and monitoring.
• Ensure suppliers and sub‑contractors are managed in line with company policies and contractual requirements.
• Use agreed costing systems for allocation, coding, cost analysis, and Tender vs Construction comparisons.
• Maintain contract progress through regular updates, meeting milestones, processing payment applications, and updating obligations.
• Manage sub‑contractor accounts: selection, appointments, contracts, payments, and variation control, with ongoing liaison with clients and site teams.
• Lead contract negotiations, participate in handovers with estimating, and escalate value changes or issues to senior management.
• Produce and present monthly cost reports while supporting and mentoring junior commercial team members.

Key Requirements:

• University Degree in Quantity Surveying, or another relevant field, is desired.
• Minimum 2-3 Years’ Experience in a MQS position.

Skills & Competencies:

• Proficient in Microsoft office features including excel.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to problem solve in a collaborative fashion.
• Team player who demonstrates high level of initiative.

H&MV Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Ready to energise your career?

Join our inclusive team and help build a brighter, more sustainable future—one project at a time.