At Hill, commercial leadership is about more than numbers-it's about adding value every step of the way. As a Senior Contract Surveyor, you'll take ownership of large-scale or complex residential developments, leading cost control, procurement and reporting across multiple phases. You'll play a hands on role in maximising project performance, while also mentoring junior colleagues and helping shape a high performing, collaborative commercial team. What you'll do: Lead the commercial delivery of residential construction projects from pre start to final account Manage subcontractor procurement, valuations, payments and claims in line with Hill protocols Prepare and review CVCs, cost forecasts, valuations and outturn summaries Take part in early stage design reviews and value engineering opportunities Contribute to team meetings with design, technical, production and client side colleagues Mentor Trainee and Assistant Surveyors, contributing to performance reviews and development Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, contract terms and ISO9001 standards Attend client and consultant meetings and represent Hill professionally Provide commercial insight during design coordination and risk management What we're looking for: HND/HNC or Degree in Quantity Surveying or related subject Chartered (or working towards) RICS or MCIOB status Strong experience managing the commercial aspects of residential developments Excellent understanding of subcontract terms, procurement, and cost control Skilled in remeasurement for key trades including RC frame, groundworks and brickwork Confidence negotiating final accounts, claims and changes Good working knowledge of Building Regulations and Health & Safety in construction Analytical and detail driven with strong forecasting and reporting skills Team player with strong communication and mentoring abilities What you'll get: 25 days holiday Private healthcare and wellbeing platform Hill Incentive scheme and retail discounts Volunteering days and continuous learning opportunities A high performing and supportive team culture competitive salary and package Why Hill? At Hill, we offer more than just a job - we offer the opportunity to make a real and lasting impact. Every person here contributes to delivering sustainable, high quality homes and shaping vibrant communities across the UK. Our culture is underpinned by our values: Ambition - we set bold goals and support each other to exceed them Impact - we focus on delivering meaningful outcomes Agility - we move quickly, adapt confidently, and embrace change Collaboration - we work together to achieve more, sharing success along the way As a privately owned business, we're able to move with pace and purpose. We invest in people, support career growth, and empower individuals to lead from wherever they stand. Hard working, driven people thrive here - and are recognised for what they deliver and how they deliver it. Join Hill and be part of a forward thinking, values led team. Together, we're not just building homes - we're building a lasting legacy. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and can provide adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
At Hill, commercial leadership is about more than numbers-it's about adding value every step of the way. As a Senior Contract Surveyor, you'll take ownership of large-scale or complex residential developments, leading cost control, procurement and reporting across multiple phases. You'll play a hands on role in maximising project performance, while also mentoring junior colleagues and helping shape a high performing, collaborative commercial team. What you'll do: Lead the commercial delivery of residential construction projects from pre start to final account Manage subcontractor procurement, valuations, payments and claims in line with Hill protocols Prepare and review CVCs, cost forecasts, valuations and outturn summaries Take part in early stage design reviews and value engineering opportunities Contribute to team meetings with design, technical, production and client side colleagues Mentor Trainee and Assistant Surveyors, contributing to performance reviews and development Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, contract terms and ISO9001 standards Attend client and consultant meetings and represent Hill professionally Provide commercial insight during design coordination and risk management What we're looking for: HND/HNC or Degree in Quantity Surveying or related subject Chartered (or working towards) RICS or MCIOB status Strong experience managing the commercial aspects of residential developments Excellent understanding of subcontract terms, procurement, and cost control Skilled in remeasurement for key trades including RC frame, groundworks and brickwork Confidence negotiating final accounts, claims and changes Good working knowledge of Building Regulations and Health & Safety in construction Analytical and detail driven with strong forecasting and reporting skills Team player with strong communication and mentoring abilities What you'll get: 25 days holiday Private healthcare and wellbeing platform Hill Incentive scheme and retail discounts Volunteering days and continuous learning opportunities A high performing and supportive team culture competitive salary and package Why Hill? At Hill, we offer more than just a job - we offer the opportunity to make a real and lasting impact. Every person here contributes to delivering sustainable, high quality homes and shaping vibrant communities across the UK. Our culture is underpinned by our values: Ambition - we set bold goals and support each other to exceed them Impact - we focus on delivering meaningful outcomes Agility - we move quickly, adapt confidently, and embrace change Collaboration - we work together to achieve more, sharing success along the way As a privately owned business, we're able to move with pace and purpose. We invest in people, support career growth, and empower individuals to lead from wherever they stand. Hard working, driven people thrive here - and are recognised for what they deliver and how they deliver it. Join Hill and be part of a forward thinking, values led team. Together, we're not just building homes - we're building a lasting legacy. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and can provide adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Overview The property and infrastructure division are currently recruiting for a Professional Support Lawyer (PSL) to support their Scottish Real Estate team. The successful candidate will provide support and advice to maintain leading edge knowledge, documentation and expertise to deliver effective client services. This will include managing knowledge through online resources and the teams own expertise whilst supporting learning and training as and when required. The role This role will be part-time (2-3 days per week). Role Responsibilities Knowledge Management: Managing knowledge and maintaining all Scottish Property Online (SPO) material. Overall responsibility for resource to profile and process any contributions Knowledge Management (continued): Harvest valuable knowledge from fee earners and establish an ongoing approach / procedure for capturing this knowledge. Online Services: Setting up online accounts for client eservices Precedents and Styles: Introducing, drafting and updating precedents and guides / manuals; Request and collect useful styles regularly and update accordingly Learning and Training: Assist with preparation and testing of automated property documents; Assist with all property training sessions; Support all property trainee sessions / inductions; Assist with all property and infrastructure training, assistant training and paralegal property training Business Development / Marketing: Regular liaison with Business Development and marketing functions as and when required; Administer and edit any website articles and encourage regular production Other information HR Contact If you would like further information on the role or require accommodations to make your application please contact At Shepherd and Wedderburn we strive to provide a supportive, inclusive and high performance working environment, where everyone feels they belong. Diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our business and we therefore welcome applicants from different backgrounds to all levels of the organisation. To foster inclusivity we particularly encourage applications from those who may be from underrepresented groups, including candidates from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBT+ people, people with disabilities or who are neurodivergent and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds. GDPR Shepherd and Wedderburn is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information that we collect as a "data controller". The information provided by you will be processed in accordance with our GDPR Privacy Notice for Applicants and Work Experience Students. If you are successful in obtaining paid employment with us, we will hold your information in accordance with our Privacy Notice and Data Retention Policy for Personnel, which will be provided to you at the relevant time. We will process the information you provide solely for the purpose of evaluating your application for employment. The information will be disclosed to the interview panel (if relevant), your line manager (if appointed), and Human Resources staff members. We may contact any references provided for the purposes of discussing your application, and will ask your permission before doing so. If you provide any information deemed to be "special category" information under the General Data Protection Regulation, we may use this as follows: We will use information about your disability status to provide appropriate adjustments to the interview process. We will use any information provided in our diversity monitoring form about your race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender identity, gender expression, social mobility background, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, any disability information, age, and marital/civil partnership status to ensure meaningful equal opportunity monitoring and reporting. Any analysis of this data will be done on an anonymous basis. Should your application be unsuccessful, the information provided will be deleted within 1 year of a decision not to progress your application. If you have any further questions about how we process and store your information, or your rights in relation to this, please refer to our GDPR Privacy Notice for Applicants and Work Experience Students (available at )
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
Overview The property and infrastructure division are currently recruiting for a Professional Support Lawyer (PSL) to support their Scottish Real Estate team. The successful candidate will provide support and advice to maintain leading edge knowledge, documentation and expertise to deliver effective client services. This will include managing knowledge through online resources and the teams own expertise whilst supporting learning and training as and when required. The role This role will be part-time (2-3 days per week). Role Responsibilities Knowledge Management: Managing knowledge and maintaining all Scottish Property Online (SPO) material. Overall responsibility for resource to profile and process any contributions Knowledge Management (continued): Harvest valuable knowledge from fee earners and establish an ongoing approach / procedure for capturing this knowledge. Online Services: Setting up online accounts for client eservices Precedents and Styles: Introducing, drafting and updating precedents and guides / manuals; Request and collect useful styles regularly and update accordingly Learning and Training: Assist with preparation and testing of automated property documents; Assist with all property training sessions; Support all property trainee sessions / inductions; Assist with all property and infrastructure training, assistant training and paralegal property training Business Development / Marketing: Regular liaison with Business Development and marketing functions as and when required; Administer and edit any website articles and encourage regular production Other information HR Contact If you would like further information on the role or require accommodations to make your application please contact At Shepherd and Wedderburn we strive to provide a supportive, inclusive and high performance working environment, where everyone feels they belong. Diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our business and we therefore welcome applicants from different backgrounds to all levels of the organisation. To foster inclusivity we particularly encourage applications from those who may be from underrepresented groups, including candidates from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBT+ people, people with disabilities or who are neurodivergent and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds. GDPR Shepherd and Wedderburn is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information that we collect as a "data controller". The information provided by you will be processed in accordance with our GDPR Privacy Notice for Applicants and Work Experience Students. If you are successful in obtaining paid employment with us, we will hold your information in accordance with our Privacy Notice and Data Retention Policy for Personnel, which will be provided to you at the relevant time. We will process the information you provide solely for the purpose of evaluating your application for employment. The information will be disclosed to the interview panel (if relevant), your line manager (if appointed), and Human Resources staff members. We may contact any references provided for the purposes of discussing your application, and will ask your permission before doing so. If you provide any information deemed to be "special category" information under the General Data Protection Regulation, we may use this as follows: We will use information about your disability status to provide appropriate adjustments to the interview process. We will use any information provided in our diversity monitoring form about your race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender identity, gender expression, social mobility background, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, any disability information, age, and marital/civil partnership status to ensure meaningful equal opportunity monitoring and reporting. Any analysis of this data will be done on an anonymous basis. Should your application be unsuccessful, the information provided will be deleted within 1 year of a decision not to progress your application. If you have any further questions about how we process and store your information, or your rights in relation to this, please refer to our GDPR Privacy Notice for Applicants and Work Experience Students (available at )
A leading accountancy firm in West Sussex are looking for an ambitious manager or senior manager to join their spangly offices in Horsham. They are the fastest-growing accountancy firm in Sussex, with multiple offices looking after thousands of businesses and individuals across the county, providing the full array of specialist accountancy, Taxation, Payroll, advisory and financial planning services. This could be a full-time or part-time role and offers huge amount of aggression opportunities for the longer term. You will be responsible for managing a very portfolio of clients, from limited companies, so traders, partnerships and personal tax, taking responsibility for accounting, tax and business planning. Managing and training and mentoring teams to help deliver the required services to clients. Role responsibilities: Managing a varied portfolio of client Managing client expectations and updating clients with costs and time estimations Meeting with new and existing clients on a regular basis Willingness to share knowledge and invest in development of junior members of staff Manage teams to deliver all services Coordinate and review the work with the assistant managers and trainee accountants Mentor & manageassistant managers and trainee accountant Assist with on the job training of junior members of staff and identify and act on areas in need of improvement or further development Preparing some of the more complex year-end accounts, management accounts and VAT returns Review accounts and management accounts that have been prepared by the team Ensure company accounts are prepared in accordance with financial reporting and accounting standards Review corporation tax returns Prepare personal tax returns Liaise directly with HMRC as required Compiling present reports, budget plans, commentaries and financial statements Analyse accounts and business plans Financial forecasting and risk analysis The successful applicant will be ACA or ACCAqualified with a strong knowledge of accounting for SMEs including corporate tax, VAT, PAYE and Personal Tax. You will have previous experience of supervising junior members of staff. This is a great place to further your career and a great place to work. The company believes thata happy team leads to happy clients and takes real commitment to nurturing and developing their greatest asset -their people. All of their staff receive individual training plans, they help their trainees to become fully qualified and everyone enjoys the benefits and career progression they all hope for from Sussex's fastest-growing accountancy practice. This firm are proud to be recognised by the ICAEW, ACCA and AAT as approved employers. If you want to be part of something great please contact Lydia at ProTalent to discuss in more detail.
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
A leading accountancy firm in West Sussex are looking for an ambitious manager or senior manager to join their spangly offices in Horsham. They are the fastest-growing accountancy firm in Sussex, with multiple offices looking after thousands of businesses and individuals across the county, providing the full array of specialist accountancy, Taxation, Payroll, advisory and financial planning services. This could be a full-time or part-time role and offers huge amount of aggression opportunities for the longer term. You will be responsible for managing a very portfolio of clients, from limited companies, so traders, partnerships and personal tax, taking responsibility for accounting, tax and business planning. Managing and training and mentoring teams to help deliver the required services to clients. Role responsibilities: Managing a varied portfolio of client Managing client expectations and updating clients with costs and time estimations Meeting with new and existing clients on a regular basis Willingness to share knowledge and invest in development of junior members of staff Manage teams to deliver all services Coordinate and review the work with the assistant managers and trainee accountants Mentor & manageassistant managers and trainee accountant Assist with on the job training of junior members of staff and identify and act on areas in need of improvement or further development Preparing some of the more complex year-end accounts, management accounts and VAT returns Review accounts and management accounts that have been prepared by the team Ensure company accounts are prepared in accordance with financial reporting and accounting standards Review corporation tax returns Prepare personal tax returns Liaise directly with HMRC as required Compiling present reports, budget plans, commentaries and financial statements Analyse accounts and business plans Financial forecasting and risk analysis The successful applicant will be ACA or ACCAqualified with a strong knowledge of accounting for SMEs including corporate tax, VAT, PAYE and Personal Tax. You will have previous experience of supervising junior members of staff. This is a great place to further your career and a great place to work. The company believes thata happy team leads to happy clients and takes real commitment to nurturing and developing their greatest asset -their people. All of their staff receive individual training plans, they help their trainees to become fully qualified and everyone enjoys the benefits and career progression they all hope for from Sussex's fastest-growing accountancy practice. This firm are proud to be recognised by the ICAEW, ACCA and AAT as approved employers. If you want to be part of something great please contact Lydia at ProTalent to discuss in more detail.
Infrastructure - Thames Water Assistant Quantity Surveyor The Opportunity We are growing our team delivering AMP8 for Thames Water, to meet the greatly enlarged programme of works between 2025 and 2030. Tilbury Douglas have already been allocated circa £250m of projects in the delightful rural setting of the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire and Thames Valley regions. This is a great opportunity to join the team delivering on Treatment Works within this area. Our projects are a mix of civil, mechanical, electrical and IC scopes and range between £2.5m to £25m in size, several of which will be on sites that we are completing AMP7 projects. This is an exciting time to join the Tilbury Douglas Infrastructure Division as we are delivering enlarged AMP8 programmes across the UK for several water companies. We are recruiting across all project disciplines including management, supervision, design, engineering, commercial, project controls and project services. What you will be doing as Assistant Quantity Surveyor Assist with the timely preparation and submission of main contract payment applications and support cash collection, as well as assess subcontractor payment applications and issue Pay Less Notices where applicable Assist in preparing draft subcontracts as delegated by the supervisor, including issuing enquiries, reviewing quotations and using company databases like Constructionline to pre screen subcontractors for quality and safety compliance. Support senior staff in monitoring subcontractor performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project standards Assist in pricing variations by thoroughly assessing cost impacts, including those resulting from design changes, to ensure all elements are accurately captured Participate in recording delays and preparing extension of time requests, using programme knowledge and critical path methodology to assess impacts To participate in the settlement of main contract final accounts To assist senior staff in the compilation of data to monitor individual contract performance on a monthly and quarterly basis Support the development of Trainee QS's through supervision of allocated tasks, mentoring, and providing guidance to help build their technical and commercial skills Work collaboratively with the site team to oversee plant allocation and utilisation, maintaining accurate plant records and supporting cost recovery. Assist in the preparation, procurement, and pricing of tender submissions, particularly for Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) projects. Assist in cost forecasting and the preparation of Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) to support accurate financial reporting and informed commercial decision making Interpret and assess expenditure and cost reports produced from internal cost systems (e.g., ledgers) to support financial analysis Help manage stakeholder expectations through clear communication on costs, variations, and project progress Assist in submitting Early Warning Notices (EWNs) and preparing early warning assessments to help identify and manage potential project risks What we will need from you Ability to read a construction programme and relevance of the critical path Understanding of H&S issues at work Awareness of dispute resolution procedures Adept at understanding construction drawings and able to measure and take off accurately Understanding of the inter relationship between bills, specifications, and drawings Understanding of construction contracts in relation to projects and of the relevance of subcontract terms and conditions Ability to assess and value minor changes/variations in compliance with contract terms Basic knowledge of different industry contracts Basic understanding of risk in construction process Proficient in use of Microsoft packages e.g. Excel, Word & PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with a range of people. Experience of working on a live project, undertaking measurement and valuation functions Experience of managing low risk sub contractors Experience of processing subcontract payments Ability to organise and plan your workload. Working towards professional accreditation e.g. RICS, CIOB, ICES (desirable) Hold a relevant CSCS card Location Mandatory to work 3/ 4 days on site (including Clearwater, Reading) What we can offer you Competitive salary (to be discussed on application) Car allowance (to be discussed on application) 26 days annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday) Private medical insurance for yourself (with the option to buy family cover) Life Assurance Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8% 2 days volunteering opportunities Flexible and Agile working (dependent on your role) Employee Assistance Programme Professional membership fees 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. We deliver vital projects across a range of sectors including health, education, highways, justice, defence, aviation, water and environment. It is our people who make Tilbury Douglas a success. We believe our inclusive culture encourages new ways of thinking, enabling us to innovate whilst remaining resilient. We value and celebrate all individual differences and look forward to receiving your application. We are currently working towards Investors in Diversity accredited status. Please note we do not have a sponsorship license. Please note that this role is subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance which includes identity, employment history, and criminal record checks. We look forward to receiving your application!
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
Infrastructure - Thames Water Assistant Quantity Surveyor The Opportunity We are growing our team delivering AMP8 for Thames Water, to meet the greatly enlarged programme of works between 2025 and 2030. Tilbury Douglas have already been allocated circa £250m of projects in the delightful rural setting of the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire and Thames Valley regions. This is a great opportunity to join the team delivering on Treatment Works within this area. Our projects are a mix of civil, mechanical, electrical and IC scopes and range between £2.5m to £25m in size, several of which will be on sites that we are completing AMP7 projects. This is an exciting time to join the Tilbury Douglas Infrastructure Division as we are delivering enlarged AMP8 programmes across the UK for several water companies. We are recruiting across all project disciplines including management, supervision, design, engineering, commercial, project controls and project services. What you will be doing as Assistant Quantity Surveyor Assist with the timely preparation and submission of main contract payment applications and support cash collection, as well as assess subcontractor payment applications and issue Pay Less Notices where applicable Assist in preparing draft subcontracts as delegated by the supervisor, including issuing enquiries, reviewing quotations and using company databases like Constructionline to pre screen subcontractors for quality and safety compliance. Support senior staff in monitoring subcontractor performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project standards Assist in pricing variations by thoroughly assessing cost impacts, including those resulting from design changes, to ensure all elements are accurately captured Participate in recording delays and preparing extension of time requests, using programme knowledge and critical path methodology to assess impacts To participate in the settlement of main contract final accounts To assist senior staff in the compilation of data to monitor individual contract performance on a monthly and quarterly basis Support the development of Trainee QS's through supervision of allocated tasks, mentoring, and providing guidance to help build their technical and commercial skills Work collaboratively with the site team to oversee plant allocation and utilisation, maintaining accurate plant records and supporting cost recovery. Assist in the preparation, procurement, and pricing of tender submissions, particularly for Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) projects. Assist in cost forecasting and the preparation of Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) to support accurate financial reporting and informed commercial decision making Interpret and assess expenditure and cost reports produced from internal cost systems (e.g., ledgers) to support financial analysis Help manage stakeholder expectations through clear communication on costs, variations, and project progress Assist in submitting Early Warning Notices (EWNs) and preparing early warning assessments to help identify and manage potential project risks What we will need from you Ability to read a construction programme and relevance of the critical path Understanding of H&S issues at work Awareness of dispute resolution procedures Adept at understanding construction drawings and able to measure and take off accurately Understanding of the inter relationship between bills, specifications, and drawings Understanding of construction contracts in relation to projects and of the relevance of subcontract terms and conditions Ability to assess and value minor changes/variations in compliance with contract terms Basic knowledge of different industry contracts Basic understanding of risk in construction process Proficient in use of Microsoft packages e.g. Excel, Word & PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with a range of people. Experience of working on a live project, undertaking measurement and valuation functions Experience of managing low risk sub contractors Experience of processing subcontract payments Ability to organise and plan your workload. Working towards professional accreditation e.g. RICS, CIOB, ICES (desirable) Hold a relevant CSCS card Location Mandatory to work 3/ 4 days on site (including Clearwater, Reading) What we can offer you Competitive salary (to be discussed on application) Car allowance (to be discussed on application) 26 days annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday) Private medical insurance for yourself (with the option to buy family cover) Life Assurance Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8% 2 days volunteering opportunities Flexible and Agile working (dependent on your role) Employee Assistance Programme Professional membership fees 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. We deliver vital projects across a range of sectors including health, education, highways, justice, defence, aviation, water and environment. It is our people who make Tilbury Douglas a success. We believe our inclusive culture encourages new ways of thinking, enabling us to innovate whilst remaining resilient. We value and celebrate all individual differences and look forward to receiving your application. We are currently working towards Investors in Diversity accredited status. Please note we do not have a sponsorship license. Please note that this role is subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance which includes identity, employment history, and criminal record checks. We look forward to receiving your application!
Infrastructure - Thames Water Assistant Quantity Surveyor The Opportunity We are growing our team delivering AMP8 for Thames Water, to meet the greatly enlarged programme of works between 2025 and 2030. Tilbury Douglas have already been allocated circa £250m of projects in the delightful rural setting of the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire and Thames Valley regions. This is a great opportunity to join the team delivering on Treatment Works within this area. Our projects are a mix of civil, mechanical, electrical and IC scopes and range between £2.5m to £25m in size, several of which will be on sites that we are completing AMP7 projects. This is an exciting time to join the Tilbury Douglas Infrastructure Division as we are delivering enlarged AMP8 programmes across the UK for several water companies. We are recruiting across all project disciplines including management, supervision, design, engineering, commercial, project controls and project services. What you will be doing as Assistant Quantity Surveyor Assist with the timely preparation and submission of main contract payment applications and support cash collection, as well as assess subcontractor payment applications and issue Pay Less Notices where applicable Assist in preparing draft subcontracts as delegated by the supervisor, including issuing enquiries, reviewing quotations and using company databases like Constructionline to pre screen subcontractors for quality and safety compliance. Support senior staff in monitoring subcontractor performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project standards Assist in pricing variations by thoroughly assessing cost impacts, including those resulting from design changes, to ensure all elements are accurately captured Participate in recording delays and preparing extension of time requests, using programme knowledge and critical path methodology to assess impacts To participate in the settlement of main contract final accounts To assist senior staff in the compilation of data to monitor individual contract performance on a monthly and quarterly basis Support the development of Trainee QS's through supervision of allocated tasks, mentoring, and providing guidance to help build their technical and commercial skills Work collaboratively with the site team to oversee plant allocation and utilisation, maintaining accurate plant records and supporting cost recovery. Assist in the preparation, procurement, and pricing of tender submissions, particularly for Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) projects. Assist in cost forecasting and the preparation of Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) to support accurate financial reporting and informed commercial decision making Interpret and assess expenditure and cost reports produced from internal cost systems (e.g., ledgers) to support financial analysis Help manage stakeholder expectations through clear communication on costs, variations, and project progress Assist in submitting Early Warning Notices (EWNs) and preparing early warning assessments to help identify and manage potential project risks What we will need from you Ability to read a construction programme and relevance of the critical path Understanding of H&S issues at work Awareness of dispute resolution procedures Adept at understanding construction drawings and able to measure and take off accurately Understanding of the inter relationship between bills, specifications, and drawings Understanding of construction contracts in relation to projects and of the relevance of subcontract terms and conditions Ability to assess and value minor changes/variations in compliance with contract terms Basic knowledge of different industry contracts Basic understanding of risk in construction process Proficient in use of Microsoft packages e.g. Excel, Word & PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with a range of people. Experience of working on a live project, undertaking measurement and valuation functions Experience of managing low risk sub contractors Experience of processing subcontract payments Ability to organise and plan your workload. Working towards professional accreditation e.g. RICS, CIOB, ICES (desirable) Hold a relevant CSCS card Location Mandatory to work 3/ 4 days on site (including Clearwater, Reading) What we can offer you Competitive salary (to be discussed on application) Car allowance (to be discussed on application) 26 days annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday) Private medical insurance for yourself (with the option to buy family cover) Life Assurance Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8% 2 days volunteering opportunities Flexible and Agile working (dependent on your role) Employee Assistance Programme Professional membership fees 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. We deliver vital projects across a range of sectors including health, education, highways, justice, defence, aviation, water and environment. It is our people who make Tilbury Douglas a success. We believe our inclusive culture encourages new ways of thinking, enabling us to innovate whilst remaining resilient. We value and celebrate all individual differences and look forward to receiving your application. We are currently working towards Investors in Diversity accredited status. Please note we do not have a sponsorship license. Please note that this role is subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance which includes identity, employment history, and criminal record checks. We look forward to receiving your application!
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
Infrastructure - Thames Water Assistant Quantity Surveyor The Opportunity We are growing our team delivering AMP8 for Thames Water, to meet the greatly enlarged programme of works between 2025 and 2030. Tilbury Douglas have already been allocated circa £250m of projects in the delightful rural setting of the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire and Thames Valley regions. This is a great opportunity to join the team delivering on Treatment Works within this area. Our projects are a mix of civil, mechanical, electrical and IC scopes and range between £2.5m to £25m in size, several of which will be on sites that we are completing AMP7 projects. This is an exciting time to join the Tilbury Douglas Infrastructure Division as we are delivering enlarged AMP8 programmes across the UK for several water companies. We are recruiting across all project disciplines including management, supervision, design, engineering, commercial, project controls and project services. What you will be doing as Assistant Quantity Surveyor Assist with the timely preparation and submission of main contract payment applications and support cash collection, as well as assess subcontractor payment applications and issue Pay Less Notices where applicable Assist in preparing draft subcontracts as delegated by the supervisor, including issuing enquiries, reviewing quotations and using company databases like Constructionline to pre screen subcontractors for quality and safety compliance. Support senior staff in monitoring subcontractor performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project standards Assist in pricing variations by thoroughly assessing cost impacts, including those resulting from design changes, to ensure all elements are accurately captured Participate in recording delays and preparing extension of time requests, using programme knowledge and critical path methodology to assess impacts To participate in the settlement of main contract final accounts To assist senior staff in the compilation of data to monitor individual contract performance on a monthly and quarterly basis Support the development of Trainee QS's through supervision of allocated tasks, mentoring, and providing guidance to help build their technical and commercial skills Work collaboratively with the site team to oversee plant allocation and utilisation, maintaining accurate plant records and supporting cost recovery. Assist in the preparation, procurement, and pricing of tender submissions, particularly for Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) projects. Assist in cost forecasting and the preparation of Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) to support accurate financial reporting and informed commercial decision making Interpret and assess expenditure and cost reports produced from internal cost systems (e.g., ledgers) to support financial analysis Help manage stakeholder expectations through clear communication on costs, variations, and project progress Assist in submitting Early Warning Notices (EWNs) and preparing early warning assessments to help identify and manage potential project risks What we will need from you Ability to read a construction programme and relevance of the critical path Understanding of H&S issues at work Awareness of dispute resolution procedures Adept at understanding construction drawings and able to measure and take off accurately Understanding of the inter relationship between bills, specifications, and drawings Understanding of construction contracts in relation to projects and of the relevance of subcontract terms and conditions Ability to assess and value minor changes/variations in compliance with contract terms Basic knowledge of different industry contracts Basic understanding of risk in construction process Proficient in use of Microsoft packages e.g. Excel, Word & PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with a range of people. Experience of working on a live project, undertaking measurement and valuation functions Experience of managing low risk sub contractors Experience of processing subcontract payments Ability to organise and plan your workload. Working towards professional accreditation e.g. RICS, CIOB, ICES (desirable) Hold a relevant CSCS card Location Mandatory to work 3/ 4 days on site (including Clearwater, Reading) What we can offer you Competitive salary (to be discussed on application) Car allowance (to be discussed on application) 26 days annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday) Private medical insurance for yourself (with the option to buy family cover) Life Assurance Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8% 2 days volunteering opportunities Flexible and Agile working (dependent on your role) Employee Assistance Programme Professional membership fees 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. We deliver vital projects across a range of sectors including health, education, highways, justice, defence, aviation, water and environment. It is our people who make Tilbury Douglas a success. We believe our inclusive culture encourages new ways of thinking, enabling us to innovate whilst remaining resilient. We value and celebrate all individual differences and look forward to receiving your application. We are currently working towards Investors in Diversity accredited status. Please note we do not have a sponsorship license. Please note that this role is subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance which includes identity, employment history, and criminal record checks. We look forward to receiving your application!
