Yonis Ahmed
London
Summary
Assistant Quantity Surveyor with hands-on experience supporting commercial and project delivery functions across construction and M&E environments. Strong understanding of cost management, procurement, contract administration, and commercial reporting, with exposure to variations, valuations, and final account processes. Confident working within fast-paced project teams, maintaining accurate project documentation, and supporting commercially sound project delivery. Proactive, organised, and able to collaborate effectively with project managers, quantity surveyors, and subcontractors.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior M&E Quantity Surveyor
VPMC LTD
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted in preparing project costs, interim payment applications and maintaining payment logs in line with NEC processes.
- Supported the preparation of tender documents, BoQs, take-offs and early cost plans across both M&E and building packages using CostX, Bluebeam and Excel.
- Contributed to subcontract procurement by helping prepare subcontract orders, tracking approvals and gathering commercial information for supply chain appointments.
- Reviewed client payment notices, assisted with cost build-ups, and supported negotiations by preparing detailed evidence packs and measurement back-ups.
- Collaborated with project managers and quantity surveyors to manage risk and cost control throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring accurate and timely commercial reporting.
- Maintained and updated variation and change control logs, including CE registers, EWN tracking, and audit-compliant NEC documentation.
- Assisted in monthly CVR preparation by gathering cost data, monitoring committed costs, reviewing budget movements, and helping with forecasting— particularly for M&E packages.
- Evaluated subcontractor applications by reviewing measured works, validating progress and comparing claimed values against contractual allowances.
- Ensured smooth communication flow between internal teams, clients and subcontractors, helping coordinate technical and commercial information.
Assistant M&E Quantity Surveyor
G&H
London
03.2026 - 05.2026
- Supported commercial management across two live construction projects.
- Joined projects at an advanced stage and successfully brought historic and current variations up to date.
- Assisted in preparing and reviewing final accounts alongside senior QS staff.
- Managed subcontractor communication, valuations, and commercial administration.
- Monitored project costs and supported cost reporting to maintain budget control.
- Assisted with interim applications, payment assessments, and variation tracking.
- Maintained accurate records of change management and contract documentation.
- Supported procurement activities including obtaining and reviewing subcontract packages.
- Worked closely with site and project teams to resolve commercial and delivery issues.
- Demonstrated strong organisation and prioritisation to manage multiple project demands effectively.
- Contributed to maintaining project cash flow and commercial performance.
- Developed exposure to contract administration and quantity surveying best practices.
Education
Diploma - Engineering
City and Islington College
01-2021
BEng (Hons) - Civil Engineering
London South Bank University
01-2024
Skills
- Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems (M&E)
- Cost reporting
- Committed cost tracking
- Forecasting
- Measurement
- BoQs
- Ability to work under pressure
- CostX
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- NEC contract administration
- Clear communication and interpersonal skills
- Excel
- Outlook
- Word
- PowerPoint
Timeline
Assistant M&E Quantity Surveyor
G&H
03.2026 - 05.2026
Junior M&E Quantity Surveyor
VPMC LTD
09.2024 - Current
Diploma - Engineering
City and Islington College
BEng (Hons) - Civil Engineering
London South Bank University