Quantity Surveyor

ZipRecruiter; Tilbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in construction services is seeking a full-time Quantity Surveyor based in Tilbury. This role involves managing project costs, preparing cost plans, and ensuring compliance with contracts. With opportunities for professional growth and participation in high-profile projects, this position is ideal for driven candidates with a strong background in quantity surveying.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Pension

Discretionary bonus

Long-term stable role

Autonomy in a small team

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in Quantity Surveying.
• Relevant quantity surveying industry qualifications.
• Strong knowledge of JCT contracts and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Full commercial management of projects from pre-construction through final account.
• Prepare and manage cost plans, cashflows, and CVRs.
• Lead procurement and contract administration.

Skills

Cost Control

Cost Management

Procurement

JCT Contracts

Risk Management

Education

HNC/Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

DMC Contracts Ltd, established in 1999 by David McCartney, offers a comprehensive project delivery service across various industries and market sectors. With a focus on quality, health and safety, and building relationships, DMC Contracts has become a market leader in construction services. The company's mission is to deliver high-quality projects in a safe and environmentally conscious manner while providing value engineering solutions.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site Quantity Surveyor role located in Tilbury. The Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for tasks such as cost control, bill of quantities (BOQ), cost management, cost planning, and cost reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Full commercial management of projects from pre-construction through final account
• Prepare and manage cost plans, cashflows, and CVRs
• Lead subcontractor procurement and contract administration
• Liaise closely with site teams, design consultants, and clients
• Ensure compliance with JCT contracts and company processes
• Support project valuations, variations, and claims
• Contribute to value engineering and risk management initiatives

About You

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in Quantity Surveying (main contractor or specialist fit-out/refurb background )
• You will hold the relevant quantity surveying and/or equivalent industry qualifications and hold recognised professional body accreditation or working towards (RICS, CIPS, CIOB or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of JCT contracts, procurement, and cost control
• Experience on refurbishment, or high-spec airport/ transport/resi schemes
• Highly organised, commercially astute, and confident client-facing
• HNC/Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package (pension, discretionary bonus)
• A long-term role with a stable and growing contractor
• Autonomy and trust in a small, experienced commercial team
• Opportunity to work on design-led, architecturally ambitious schemes

We offer a competitive salary, excellent team culture and the opportunity to contribute to high-quality residential and commercial builds across London and the entire UK