Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - MEP

  • EA Associates
  • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
  • 31/03/2026
Full time Construction Quantity Surveyor Real Estate

Job Description

Our client, a leading real estate organisation, is seeking an experienced Cost Manager or Quantity Surveyor with a strong MEP background and NEC contract experience. This is a client-facing role, offering responsibility for managing project costs, commercial outcomes, and contract administration on high-profile MEP projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Managing project costs, budgets, and commercial risks on MEP-focused developments.
  • Preparing cost plans, financial reports, and providing value engineering advice.
  • Acting as the primary commercial contact for clients, ensuring clear communication and professional representation.
  • Administering contracts under NEC terms and providing guidance on contractual matters.
  • Collaborating with project teams, consultants, and contractors to ensure successful delivery.

Candidate Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Cost Manager or Quantity Surveyor, ideally at CM or Associate level (ACM acceptable with relevant MEP experience).
  • Strong technical understanding of MEP systems within real estate projects.
  • Experience with NEC contracts and associated commercial practices.
  • Background in either consultancy or contracting environments.
  • Excellent commercial acumen, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in client-facing situations.
  • Ambitious, proactive, and capable of taking ownership of projects.

Opportunity:
This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to high-profile real estate projects, develop commercial expertise, and strengthen client relationships. The role offers exposure to complex MEP projects within a supportive and professional environment.