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How much do mep quantity surveyor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for mep quantity surveyor in the United States is $89,188.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,000.00 and $88,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a MEP quantity surveyor?

A MEP Quantity Surveyor is responsible for cost estimation, budgeting, and financial management of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) components in construction projects. They analyze project specifications, prepare bills of quantities, assess contractor payments, and ensure cost control throughout the project lifecycle. Their role is crucial in maintaining financial efficiency while meeting technical and quality standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an MEP quantity surveyor?

To thrive as a MEP Quantity Surveyor, a solid background in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, along with a degree in quantity surveying or a related construction field, is essential. Proficiency in cost estimation software (such as CostX or Bluebeam), MS Excel, and familiarity with industry standards like FIDIC or local construction regulations is often required. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities ensure success in cost control and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. These skills are key for managing project budgets accurately, mitigating risks, and fostering productive relationships with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.

What are some typical challenges an MEP quantity surveyor might face on a project?

A common challenge for MEP Quantity Surveyors involves coordinating changes to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing designs while keeping costs and timelines under control. You may need to resolve discrepancies between design drawings and site conditions, work closely with engineers and contractors to address technical variations, and negotiate cost implications resulting from change orders. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential to manage these challenges and deliver value to both the project owner and the construction team. These aspects make the role both dynamic and integral to successful project delivery.

What are the most commonly searched types of Mep Quantity Surveyor jobs?

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What states have the most Mep Quantity Surveyor jobs?

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Infographic showing various Mep Quantity Surveyor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,188 per year, or $42.9 per hour.

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Balfour Beatty plc

Birmingham, AL • On-site

$93.25 - $146.53/hr

Other

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Posted 4 days ago


Balfour Beatty US rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 50 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

58th of 80 rated construction


Job description

About the role

Balfour Beatty is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Regional Building team in the West Midlands, supporting the delivery of the N1N2 Project in Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key commercial role on a major Buildings and Infrastructure scheme delivered under an NEC contract, helping to drive commercial performance while ensuring the highest standards of quality and value.

We are looking for a commercially astute professional with a proven track record of managing project costs and maximising value throughout the project lifecycle. Whether your background is in Building, MEP, or a combination of both, you will bring the expertise needed to successfully manage commercial risk, optimise project outcomes, and support the delivery of complex construction projects.

As a senior member of the commercial team, you\'ll also have the opportunity to lead and mentor developing quantity surveyors, helping them progress towards professional qualification, while continuing to advance your own career within one of the UK\'s leading infrastructure and construction businesses. Ideally, you\'ll be professionally qualified or working towards Chartership with RICS, CIOB or ICES, with a strong commitment to ongoing professional development.

What you\'ll be doing
  • Managing all commercial aspects of the N1N2 project, ensuring costs are controlled, value is maximised, and project objectives are achieved.
  • Preparing, analysing, and negotiating activity schedules, resource schedules, subcontract packages, and tender documentation.
  • Administering NEC contracts, including the assessment and agreement of variations, compensation events, and change management processes.
  • Monitoring subcontractor performance, measuring progress, and ensuring commercial obligations are effectively managed.
  • Producing accurate commercial reports, cost forecasts, financial reconciliations, and progress updates for senior project stakeholders.
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and key stakeholders, providing expert commercial support throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Reviewing and challenging project programmes to identify opportunities, risks, and potential impacts on cost and delivery.
  • Preparing, submitting, and negotiating claims where required, protecting Balfour Beatty\'s commercial position.
  • Supporting procurement activities, helping to develop commercial strategies and secure best value from the supply chain.
  • Driving compliance with Balfour Beatty\'s governance processes while embracing LEAN construction principles and digital tools to improve project performance.
  • Undertaking constructability and risk analyses to support successful project delivery.
  • Leading, mentoring, and developing junior commercial team members, fostering professional growth and supporting progression towards chartership and professional qualifications.
Who we\'re looking for
  • Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (BSc, MSc or equivalent).
  • Professionally qualified, or working towards Chartership with RICS, CIOB or ICES.
  • Holder of a CSCS Professional Qualified Person Card (or able to obtain one).
  • Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the building, infrastructure or MEP sectors.
  • Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and commercial management practices.
  • Experience managing project costs, forecasting, change control and subcontractor accounts.
  • Commercially astute with excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to lead, mentor and develop junior commercial team members.
  • Strong analytical, reporting and problem-solving capabilities with excellent attention to detail.
  • Committed to continuous professional development and maintaining industry best practice.
Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK\u2019s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn\'t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You\'ll have the freedom to shape the package that\'s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

  • Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
  • 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
  • Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
  • Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…
About us

Operating across England and Wales, our buildings teams create places where people live, are cared for, work, learn, meet and have fun, with a focus on the aviation, health, defence, education and development sectors.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com

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