£450 Per day
Outside
Onsite
Bridgwater, Somerset
Summary: The MEP Quantity Surveyor role is a freelance position for a leading construction main contractor, focused on managing major MEP packages for a complex energy project in Bridgwater. The position requires strong commercial management skills and offers the opportunity to drive outcomes in a fast-paced environment. The contract is site-based and expected to last approximately 12 months. Candidates must have proven experience and knowledge of NEC contracts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Full commercial management of allocated MEP packages
- Lead valuations, variations, change management, and forecasting
- Work closely with engineering and delivery teams to ensure commercial alignment
- Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to secure value
- Produce accurate monthly reports and maintain cost control
- Ensure compliance with NEC contract requirements
- Identify risks and propose practical, bold solutions
Key Skills:
- Proven experience managing MEP commercial packages for a main contractor
- Strong knowledge of NEC contracts
- Confident operating on large, high profile live sites
- Detail-focused, commercially astute, and proactive
- Ability to work independently within a major project environment
Salary (Rate): £450/day
City: Bridgwater
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: on-site
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Other
MEP Quantity Surveyor - Freelance (12 Months) Bridgwater - Main Contractor £450/day - Outside IR35
A leading construction main contractor is seeking an experienced MEP Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a project in Bridgwater. This is a freelance position, running for approximately 12 months, fully site-based.
The Opportunity
You'll play a key role in managing major MEP packages on one of the UK's most complex and ambitious energy projects. This role offers autonomy, visibility, and the chance to drive commercial outcomes in a fast?paced delivery environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Full commercial management of allocated MEP packages
- Lead valuations, variations, change management, and forecasting
- Work closely with engineering and delivery teams to ensure commercial alignment
- Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to secure value
- Produce accurate monthly reports and maintain cost control
- Ensure compliance with NEC contract requirements
- Identify risks and propose practical, bold solutions
What Makes You a Strong Fit
- Proven experience managing MEP commercial packages for a main contractor
- Strong knowledge of NEC contracts
- Confident operating on large, high profile live sites
- Detail-focused, commercially astute, and proactive
- Ability to work independently within a major project environment
Contract Details
£450/day
Outside IR35
Approx. 12?month contract
Site based at Bridgwater
If you're looking for a role with impact on one of the UK's most high profile energy schemes, this is an excellent opportunity.
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