MEP Quantity Surveyor, Horsforth, Leeds – UK-Based Applicants Only

LJB & Co is actively seeking an MEP Quantity Surveyor in Horsforth, Leeds, offering a competitive salary of £85,000. This full-time position is ideal for experienced construction professionals already based in the UK with existing right-to-work, as sponsorship is not advertised. While UK-based applicants are preferred, foreign applicants may still inquire directly with the employer regarding their eligibility and existing right-to-work status.

Job Description

As an MEP Quantity Surveyor, you will play a crucial role in delivering complex, large-scale construction and engineering projects across the UK and Europe. Our client, a leading international contractor, specialises in sectors such as power generation, advanced technology facilities, and infrastructure.

You will be responsible for managing all commercial aspects of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) projects, ensuring financial control and profitability from inception to completion. This involves detailed cost management, contract administration, and effective stakeholder communication to meet project objectives and deadlines.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an MEP Quantity Surveyor within the construction and engineering sector.
• Strong understanding of power generation, advanced technology, or infrastructure projects.
• Excellent commercial acumen and contract negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in relevant quantity surveying software and tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Applicants MUST have existing right-to-work in the UK.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £85,000.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and complex international projects.
• Join a company with a strong reputation for technical excellence.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

How to Prepare

For Nigerian and African immigrants looking to secure this MEP Quantity Surveyor role in the UK, it’s crucial to present your qualifications and experience in a UK-centric format. Ensure your CV highlights your experience with large-scale construction and engineering projects, specifically detailing your involvement in MEP aspects and any exposure to power generation or advanced technology facilities. Emphasise transferable skills that align with UK industry standards and project management methodologies.

Craft a compelling cover letter that addresses your right-to-work status in the UK explicitly. For those without immediate UK right-to-work, it is essential to clearly state your current status and express your willingness to confirm eligibility directly with LJB & Co, focusing on how your skills are indispensable despite the visa situation. A well-optimised LinkedIn profile, showcasing your professional network and endorsements, can also significantly boost your visibility to UK employers.

• Ensure your CV is tailored to UK standards, highlighting relevant MEP Quantity Surveyor experience and project types.
• Prepare for a DBS check, which is standard for many UK construction roles, by having necessary identification ready.
• Align your LinkedIn profile with UK industry keywords and network with professionals in the construction and engineering sector.
• Draft a cover letter that clearly states your right-to-work status and addresses any potential visa-related queries upfront.
• Gather professional references from previous construction or engineering roles, ideally including UK-based contacts if available.

Visa Sponsorship & Foreigner Eligibility

Visa sponsorship is NOT advertised for this MEP Quantity Surveyor position. The employer, LJB & Co, explicitly prefers UK-based applicants with existing right-to-work in the UK. Foreign applicants who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK may still apply, but they must confirm their eligibility directly with the employer and be prepared to demonstrate their existing UK right-to-work status.