Graduate Quantity Surveyor – Fast-Track to Chartered QS

Tilbury Douglas; Warrington; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Performance Related Pay

Pension up to 8%

Annual leave 26 days + bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Wellbeing support

Volunteering days

Job summary

Tilbury Douglas is recruiting a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join our Engineering business in Warrington. You’ll rotate across key areas to develop your skills and gain experience early in your career on live construction projects across sectors.

You’ll learn cost management, procurement support, and how to track costs, with mentoring and a clear pathway to professional accreditation. A structured two-year Graduate Development Programme, APC support, and a competitive package await.

Qualifications

• A degree (or expected in 2027) in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management (2:2 or above).
• A full UK driving licence (or working towards obtaining one by February 2027).
• Strong problem-solving skills with a practical and logical approach.
• Good written and verbal communication with the ability to engage with a wide range of people.
• A collaborative mindset, with the enthusiasm to learn and take on responsibility.
• Previous placement or site experience (desirable)

Responsibilities

• Contribute to cost estimates, budgets and tender submissions that shape project delivery.
• Support the procurement of subcontractors and suppliers, learning how to get the best value.
• Track and monitor project costs, valuations and payments to keep everything running smoothly.
• Help assess and manage risks, opportunities and variations, gaining real commercial awareness.
• Produce clear reports and documentation to support client and project team decisions.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors.
• Develop your skills in industry-standard systems and digital tools for commercial management.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Collaborative mindset

Site experience

Education

Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management degree (2:2 or above)

Job description

Tilbury Douglas is recruiting a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join our Engineering business in Warrington. You’ll rotate across key areas to develop your skills and gain experience early in your career on live construction projects across sectors.

You’ll learn cost management, procurement support, and how to track costs, with mentoring and a clear pathway to professional accreditation. A structured two-year Graduate Development Programme, APC support, and a competitive package await.