Senior Quantity Surveyor (13545)

Tilbury Douglas; Reading; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Private medical insurance

Job summary

Tilbury Douglas is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to take commercial responsibility for project sections or multiple smaller projects in the Thames Valley area. You will lead financial delivery, manage commercial risk, and uphold governance while working with clients and subcontractors.

You will apply expertise in cost reporting, forecasting and final accounts, with proven subcontract procurement and contract negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in financial and contractual management of live projects to final account.
• Strong cost/value reporting, forecasting, risk assessment and cash collection.
• Proven ability to procure and manage major works subcontract packages and draft contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day commercial management of projects with accurate reporting and forecasting of financial performance and risk.
• Manage subcontract procurement, contracts, payments and performance to achieve successful outcomes.
• Prepare and manage valuations, payment applications, cost claims and final accounts with timely reporting.

Skills

Cost reporting

Final accounts

Subcontract procurement

Contract negotiations

Risk assessment

Mentoring

Excel/Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Location: Thames Valley Region

We are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team, taking commercial responsibility for a section of a major project or across several smaller projects.

This is a key role focused on ensuring the successful financial delivery of our projects, effectively managing commercial risk and maintaining high standards of commercial governance. You will work closely with operational and commercial teams to maximise project performance while building strong relationships with clients and subcontractors.

Key Duties

• Lead the day-to-day commercial management of projects, ensuring accurate reporting, forecasting and effective management of financial performance and risk.
• Manage subcontract procurement, contracts, payments and performance, ensuring commercial obligations are administered effectively and projects achieve successful outcomes.
• Prepare and manage valuations, payment applications, additional cost claims and final accounts, supporting timely cash collection and accurate financial reporting.
• Work closely with project teams and clients on contractual matters, including notices, value engineering and the avoidance and resolution of commercial disputes.
• Lead, mentor and develop members of the commercial team, promoting collaboration and supporting their ongoing professional development.

About You

You will be a commercially focused construction professional with extensive experience of managing the financial and contractual aspects of live projects through to final account.

You will bring:

• A comprehensive understanding of the construction industry, including measurement, valuation, construction processes and standard forms of contract.
• Strong experience of cost and value reporting, financial forecasting, risk assessment and successfully delivering final accounts.
• Proven experience procuring and managing major works subcontract packages, with strong negotiation and subcontract drafting skills.
• Experience of value engineering, dispute avoidance and resolution, alongside the ability to manage, mentor and develop commercial staff.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Professional membership of a recognised institute such as RICS is desirable, while experience across health, education, mixed-use and commercial projects would be advantageous.

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive salary
• Car Allowance
• 26 days annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday)
• 3 additional long service days achieved after 3, 7 and 10 years
• Private medical insurance for yourself (with the option to buy family cover)
• Life Assurance
• Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8%
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave
• 2 days volunteering opportunities
• Flexible and Agile working (dependent on your role)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional membership fees
• Perks at Work Employee discount scheme offering discounts on a range of categories such as electronics, home appliances, food & groceries, car buying, travel, fitness and more
• Flexible Benefits scheme which includes the opportunity to purchase benefits such as:
• Critical illness insurance (with option to purchase for your partner)
• Dental Insurance
• Travel insurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Retail vouchers/payroll giving/activity pass for top leisure attractions.

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.

We look forward to receiving your application.