Graduate Quantity Surveyor: Launch Your Impactful Career

Tilbury Douglas; Livingston; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Performance Related Pay

Pension (up to 8% matched)

Private medical insurance

Wellbeing support

Volunteering days

Job summary

Tilbury Douglas invites applications for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor based in Livingston, Scotland. You’ll rotate across key commercial areas, supporting cost management, tender submissions and payments on live education, health and defence projects.

You’ll learn from experienced teams, receive mentoring, and pursue RICS APC accreditation, building a strong commercial foundation for a successful career in construction.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management (2:2 or above) is required or expected.
• Full UK driving licence or working towards by Feb 2027.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a practical and logical approach.
• Good written and verbal communication across diverse stakeholders.
• Collaborative mindset with eagerness to learn and take responsibility.
• Placement or site experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to cost estimates, budgets and tender submissions for project delivery.
• Support procurement of subcontractors and suppliers to secure best value.
• Track and monitor project costs, valuations and payments to keep projects on track.
• Assess and manage risks, opportunities and variations to build commercial awareness.
• Produce clear reports and documentation to support client and project decisions.
• Develop relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors to support project success.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

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

Job description

Tilbury Douglas invites applications for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor based in Livingston, Scotland. You’ll rotate across key commercial areas, supporting cost management, tender submissions and payments on live education, health and defence projects.

You’ll learn from experienced teams, receive mentoring, and pursue RICS APC accreditation, building a strong commercial foundation for a successful career in construction.