Fit Out UK

Mechanical & Electrical Quantity Surveyor (M&E QS) Mechanical Bias Fit Out UK London (Park Royal HQ) or Kent-based (flexible/hybrid options considered) Competitive salary + benefits About Fit Out UK Fit Out UK is a leading interior fit out, logistics, and rollout specialist delivering high-quality, self-performed projects for blue-chip clients across retail, hospitality, banking , and commercial sectors. From our head office in North West London (Park Royal) and regional facilities, we excel in innovative, fast-track delivery including branch transformations, modular solutions like banking pods, and nationwide programmes for major financial institutions. We are expanding our commercial team and seeking an experienced M&E Quantity Surveyor with a strong mechanical bias and proven estimating expertise to support our growing banking workstream, including ongoing and upcoming projects. The Role Reporting to the Senior QS/Commercial Lead, you will support day-to-day commercial activities across primarily banking fit-out and rollout projects. This hands-on position suits someone who thrives in tendering, procurement, and cost control within secure, high-profile financial environments with live operational constraints. Key Responsibilities Leading tender preparation and submission for new projects, managing design changes and variations throughout the lifecycle (primarily on banking workstreams, e.g., branch transformations and specialist modular solutions). Developing detailed cost plans, budgets, and priced work packages for M&E elements, with emphasis on mechanical services. Full subcontractor procurement: preparing scopes of work, issuing tenders, negotiating terms, and agreeing final accounts. Maintaining accurate variation logs, trackers, and change management in close collaboration with site management teams. Managing general procurement trackers, producing material/equipment take-offs, and compiling equipment lists/schedules. Supporting the commercial team with cost reporting, value engineering, and ensuring projects stay on budget and programme in fast-paced banking rollouts. What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in M&E/fit-out/refurbishment projects, ideally with a mechanical bias (strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, ventilation, and associated systems in commercial/financial settings). Solid background in estimating and tendering for fit-outs, preferably including banking, financial services, or high-street branch environments. Experience on live operational projects (e.g., bank branches, secure financial fit-outs) is highly desirable. Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation, procurement, and contract management skills. Proficiency in scopes of work, cost plans, budgets, variation tracking, and take-offs. Ability to work effectively with site teams, subcontractors, and high-profile clients. Relevant qualifications (e.g., RICS, CIOB, or degree in Quantity Surveying/Building Services) preferred but not essential with strong experience. What We Offer Competitive salary commensurate with experience Excellent benefits package Supportive team environment with genuine opportunities for career progression Exposure to prestigious banking programmes with a leading contractor, including high-profile work. If you're a proactive, mechanically-minded M&E QS eager to join a dynamic fit-out specialist with a robust pipeline, we'd love to hear from you. How to Apply Please send your CV and a brief covering note outlining your relevant mechanical/estimating experience. Location: Primarily based at our London HQ (NW10) with flexibility for Kent/South East candidates; hybrid working available. Start date: Immediate / flexible for the right candidate. We look forward to welcoming a talented addition to the team!