MEP QS Team Leader Engineer

MEP QS Team Leader Job Description Job Title: MEP QS Team Leader Department: MEP Quantity Surveying/ Engineering Industry: Real Estate Development / Construction Job Purpose The MEP QS Team Leader is responsible for leading and managing all Quantity Surveying activities related to Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) works across construction projects. The role ensures accurate quantity take-offs, cost estimation, budgeting, tender evaluation, contract administration, variation management, and payment certification while maintaining effective cost control and compliance with project specifications, contractual requirements, and approved budgets. The position also involves supervising the MEP QS team, coordinating with technical and commercial departments, and supporting management in financial and contractual decision-making throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities 1. Quantity Surveying & BOQ Preparation Prepare and review detailed quantity take-offs for all MEP works. Prepare and verify Bills of Quantities (BOQs) based on approved drawings and specifications. Review IFC drawings, shop drawings, and as-built drawings. Identify discrepancies between drawings, specifications, and BOQs. Update quantities based on design changes and site modifications. 2. Cost Estimation & Budgeting Prepare MEP cost estimates for construction projects. Analyze material, equipment, labor, and installation costs. Support project budgeting and cost forecasting. Monitor actual project costs against approved budgets. Identify opportunities for cost optimization and value engineering. 3. Tendering & Procurement Prepare MEP tender BOQs and commercial documents. Review subcontractor and supplier quotations. Prepare commercial comparison sheets. Evaluate quotations and identify pricing discrepancies. Coordinate with procurement and technical teams during tender evaluations. 4. Subcontractor Payments Review subcontractors' monthly payment applications. Verify executed quantities against actual site progress. Prepare and review interim payment certificates (IPCs). Monitor subcontractor payments, retention, advances, and deductions. Coordinate with site engineers to verify completed work. 5. Variation Orders & Claims Prepare and evaluate variation orders (VOs). Assess additional works and design changes. Review subcontractor claims and supporting documents. Maintain variation logs and cost impact reports. Support contractual and commercial negotiations. 6. Cost Control & Reporting Prepare monthly MEP cost reports. Monitor committed costs, actual expenses, and remaining budgets. Support cash flow forecasts. Prepare cost-to-complete assessments. Report potential cost overruns and commercial risks. 7. Site & Technical Coordination Coordinate with MEP site engineers, technical office, procurement, and planning teams. Attend coordination meetings. Verify executed quantities through site inspections. Support resolution of technical and commercial issues. Ensure quantity surveying activities comply with project contracts and specifications. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. 10-15 years of experience in MEP Quantity Surveying within construction projects, depending on seniority. Good knowledge of HVAC, firefighting, plumbing, electrical, and low-current systems. Strong experience with AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, and quantity take-off tools. Understanding of construction contracts, BOQs, variation orders, and payment certificates. Knowledge of Revit and BIM quantity take-off is an advantage. Required Technical Skills Advanced knowledge of MEP systems and construction methodologies. Strong proficiency in quantity take-off, BOQ preparation, cost estimation, and cost analysis. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, and relevant quantity surveying software. Familiarity with Revit, Navisworks, and BIM-based quantity take-off is an advantage. Strong understanding of contractual payment procedures, variation orders, and final accounts. Show more Show less