COMPANY OVERVIEW

Our client is a highly regarded independent cost and commercial advisory consultancy operating nationally across Australia. Deliberately boutique in scale, the firm has built its name on technical excellence, dependable advice and the kind of long-standing client relationships that come from consistently getting the detail right.

Rather than chasing volume, the business has grown on the strength of its reputation. Senior leaders remain closely involved in client work, and the firm is trusted by developers, contractors and institutional clients to provide clear, commercially grounded advice on significant building projects.

With building services now representing a growing share of project value and complexity, the business is investing in the national expansion of its MEP cost management offering. This is a considered, well-supported growth move from a stable organisation, not a speculative start-up, and it creates a rare opening for a proven specialist to lead it.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PROJECTS

There is no shortage of senior Quantity Surveying roles in the market. There are far fewer opportunities to build a specialist business unit with the backing of an established and successful consultancy. This role sits squarely in the second category: you will be setting the direction of the MEP offering rather than inheriting someone else’s.

Based in Sydney with a national remit, you will advise on major building projects across a range of sectors, with involvement spanning feasibility and cost planning through procurement, delivery and commercial close-out.



The work is varied, technically demanding and client-facing, giving you genuine influence over outcomes on high-value projects.

You will work closely with the executive leadership team, who are accessible, collaborative and committed to the growth of the service. The culture is low-ego and quality-focused, combining the autonomy to build with the systems, resources and client base of an established practice.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Lead the strategic growth and market positioning of the national MEP cost management offering
- Provide senior cost advice across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and related building services packages
- Oversee cost planning and estimating from early feasibility through to detailed design
- Direct procurement advice, tender evaluation and commercial advisory services on major projects
- Develop and grow relationships with developers, contractors and institutional clients, converting them into repeat work
- Recruit, mentor and develop a high-performing team of building services cost specialists
- Work alongside the executive leadership team on commercial strategy, business planning and new opportunities




- Set and maintain consistent standards of MEP reporting and advice across the national practice

WHAT YOU NEED

- Degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline
- Substantial senior-level consultancy or advisory experience in MEP / building services cost management
- Robust technical capability across building services cost planning, estimating, procurement and delivery
- An established network and a track record of building and sustaining client relationships
- Experience leading, mentoring and developing technical teams
- AIQS membership (or equivalent professional standing) is advantageous
- Commercial ambition, sound judgement and a collaborative, low-ego approach, with excellent communication skills

WHAT YOU’LL GET IN RETURN An executive remuneration package of circa $300K, with performance bonuses and potential equity participation depending on the candidate and agreed terms. Beyond the package, you will have the backing of an established, stable consultancy together with the autonomy to build a substantial national capability in your own image. For a senior MEP specialist who wants to create something lasting rather than simply step into another title, this is a long-term platform worth exploring. HOW TO APPLY For a confidential discussion, contact Mick Donaghy at GEDON™ Executive on [email protected] , or apply directly with an updated CV via the Apply Now button.

All enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.

📌 MEP Cost Director (Sydney)
🏢 GEDON™ | Executive Recruitment - PreControl Specialists
📍 Sydney