Assistant Quantity Surveyor (13474)

Tilbury Douglas; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and car allowance

26 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Life assurance and pension

Flexible working options

Payment of professional membership fees

Job summary

Tilbury Douglas is seeking an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor based in Birmingham to support commercial project delivery across the West Midlands. This role is ideal for those looking to advance their career within a leading Tier 1 contractor, gaining exposure to cost control, valuations, and subcontractor administration.

The successful candidate will possess strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and a keen interest in Quantity Surveying. The company offers competitive salaries, 26 days annual leave, and various other benefits for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience within a construction, commercial, or quantity surveying environment.
• Understanding of construction drawings and contracts.
• Strong numerical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with measurement, valuations, and cost reporting.
• Support preparation of payment applications and subcontractor accounts.
• Work closely with project teams to identify commercial risks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Working towards professional accreditation (RICS, CIOB, ICES)

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Birmingham

We are seeking an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our Building team, supporting the commercial delivery of projects across the West Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to develop their career within a leading Tier 1 contractor environment while working towards professional accreditation.

You will support the commercial management of construction projects, assisting with cost control, subcontractor administration, valuations, and financial reporting to help ensure successful project outcomes. Working alongside experienced commercial and operational teams, you will gain exposure to all aspects of project commercial management and be supported in your professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist with measurement, valuations, cost reporting, and commercial administration across one or more projects.
• Support the preparation of payment applications, subcontractor accounts, and variations in accordance with contract requirements.
• Assist with subcontract procurement, performance monitoring, and commercial management of trade packages.
• Contribute to monthly cost/value reconciliations, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Work closely with project teams to identify commercial risks, opportunities, and support successful project delivery.

About You

You will be a motivated and detail-focused individual with a genuine interest in developing a career in Quantity Surveying within the construction industry.

You will bring:

• Experience within a construction, commercial, or quantity surveying environment, including measurement and valuation activities.
• Understanding of construction drawings, contracts, cost control processes, and subcontract administration.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary project team.

Working towards professional accreditation such as RICS, CIOB, or ICES and holding a relevant CSCS card would be advantageous.

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive salary and car allowance
• 26 days annual leave, with the option to buy or sell up to 3 days
• Additional long service leave at 3, 7, and 10 years
• Private medical insurance (with option to extend to family)
• Life assurance and pension matched up to 8%
• Enhanced family leave policies
• 2 volunteering days per year
• Flexible and agile working (role dependent)
• Employee Assistance Programme, including financial advice
• Payment of professional membership fees
• Access to "Perks at Work" discount platform
• Flexible benefits including critical illness cover, dental insurance, travel insurance, cycle to work scheme, and retail vouchers

Who We Are

Tilbury Douglas is a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit‑out company, delivering vital projects across sectors including health, education, highways, justice, defence, aviation, water, and environment.

Our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to an inclusive culture that encourages innovation and celebrates individual differences. We are proud to hold Investors in Diversity status.

Please note: we do not hold a sponsorship licence. This role is subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance.

We look forward to receiving your application.

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