Quantity Surveyor

Tilbury Douglas; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

26 days annual leave + 3 days

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Pension matched 8%

Flexible benefits

Perks at Work

Volunteer days

Job summary

Tilbury Douglas in Southampton is seeking a qualified Quantity Surveyor to support the building team and manage commercial delivery across projects in the South West. You will protect margins, manage subcontractor accounts, and ensure cost control and reporting throughout the project lifecycle, with opportunities to advance within a leading Tier 1 contractor environment.

You will bring experience in a main contractor setting, strong numerical skills, and proficiency with MS Office, with a

Qualifications

• Experience in a main contractor environment with construction project exposure.
• Understanding of measurement, valuation, and standard forms of contract.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the commercial management of projects, including cost control, forecasting, and reporting.
• Assist in the procurement and administration of subcontractor packages.
• Manage valuations, variations, and applications for payment.
• Contribute to monthly cost/value reconciliation and financial reporting.
• Work closely with operational teams to support project delivery and identify commercial risks and opportunities.

Skills

Measurement

Valuation

Contract forms

Numerical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

MS Office

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Quantity Surveyor – Building

Location: Southampton

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our Building team, supporting the commercial delivery of projects across the South West. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of key commercial activities across one or more projects, working closely with senior commercial staff and operational teams to ensure successful financial outcomes.

You will play an important role in protecting project margins, managing subcontractor accounts, and ensuring accurate cost control and reporting throughout the project lifecycle. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to further develop their career within a leading Tier 1 contractor environment.

As our Quantity Surveyor, you will:

• Support the commercial management of projects, including cost control, forecasting, and reporting
• Assist in the procurement and administration of subcontractor packages
• Manage valuations, variations, and applications for payment
• Contribute to monthly cost/value reconciliation and financial reporting
• Work closely with operational teams to support project delivery and identify commercial risks and opportunities

About You

You will be a motivated and detail-focused Quantity Surveyor with experience in a main contractor environment.

You will bring:

• Experience working on construction projects in a commercial capacity
• Understanding of measurement, valuation, and standard forms of contract
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively within a project team environment
• Good communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Competence in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Experience across sectors such as health, education, commercial, or mixed-use projects is desirable. Working towards or holding RICS membership is an advantage.

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.