Graduate Quantity Surveyor: Impactful Infrastructure Career

Tilbury Douglas; Oxford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Pension contributions

26 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Wellbeing support

Employee discounts

Volunteer days

Job summary

Tilbury Douglas is seeking a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to start your career on live projects, primarily in the water sector, with a structured two-year development programme and support towards RICS APC accreditation.

You’ll rotate across key commercial areas from day one, learning from experienced teams and gaining hands-on experience on site-based projects across the Thames Valley region, including Oxfordshire.

Qualifications

• A degree (or expected in 2027) in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management with 2:2 or above.

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.

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management (2:2 or above)

Job description

Tilbury Douglas is seeking a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to start your career on live projects, primarily in the water sector, with a structured two-year development programme and support towards RICS APC accreditation.

You’ll rotate across key commercial areas from day one, learning from experienced teams and gaining hands-on experience on site-based projects across the Thames Valley region, including Oxfordshire.