Graduate Quantity Surveyor

Overview

Graduate QS rotating through cost, procurement, risk & reporting on infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• procurement
• cost estimating
• cost tracking
• risk management
• digital tools
• reporting

Tasks

As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, you’ll rotate across key areas to develop your skills and gain the experience you need to progress towards professional accreditation. -Support the procurement of subcontractors and suppliers, learning how to get the best value -RICS Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) registration and support -Build strong working relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors -Produce clear reports and documentation to support client and project team decisions -Contribute to cost estimates, budgets and tender submissions that shape project delivery -Help assess and manage risks, opportunities and variations, gaining real commercial awareness -Track and monitor project costs, valuations and payments to keep everything running smoothly -Develop your skills in industry-standard systems and digital tools for commercial management

Requirements

• driving licence
• communication
• quantity surveying
• problem solving
• site experience

What You Bring

This role will be based in the Reading region, where you’ll work within our Infrastructure and Thames Water team. Flexibility to travel across sites in the region will be required as part of your development. -A full UK driving licence (or working towards by the time you start) -Good written and verbal communication, able to engage with a wide range of people -A degree (or expected in 2026) in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management (2:1 or above) -Strong problem-solving skills, with a practical and logical approach -Previous placement or site experience (desirable but not essential)

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Benefits

This isn’t just about numbers - it’s about impact. You’ll be supported to develop the technical, commercial and people skills to become a trusted professional. With mentoring, structured training and support towards RICS accreditation, you’ll be on a clear pathway to becoming a Chartered Quantity Surveyor. -Car Allowance -Company pension scheme matched up to 8% -A structured two-year graduate development programme aligned to professional membership -Cycle to work scheme -Dental Insurance -Opportunities to work on diverse and meaningful projects across the UK -26 days annual leave plus bank holidays (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday) -Travel insurance -Flexible Benefits scheme which includes the opportunity to purchase benefits such as: -Performance Related Pay (PRP) -Perks at Work employee discount scheme offering discounts and savings portal for hundreds of retailers, cafés, restaurants, cinemas, travel, payroll giving/activity pass for top leisure attractions and a range of other benefits -Mentoring and support from experienced counsellors and supervisors -Stage 4 – Offers: -Competitive salary -Two days volunteering opportunities per year -Private medical insurance and 24/7 access to health and wellbeing experts via our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) -Critical illness insurance (with option to purchase for your partner)

About Tilbury Douglas

-The business has evolved from river cargo handling to civil engineering and infrastructure projects, showcasing its versatility and adaptability over nearly 140 years. -Its services span critical public-sector projects, including schools, hospitals, prisons, highways, water treatment facilities, and defense infrastructure. -The Paragon division specializes in fast-track Cat A/B fit-out services in live and heritage buildings, demonstrating expertise in quick, specialized projects. -Notable projects include the rapid construction of the NHS Nightingale hospital in just nine days, proton beam therapy units, emergency care campuses, and major leisure centers. -The company combines in-house mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering with infrastructure delivery, providing integrated project management capabilities.

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Interview Process

-stage 1 – online applications (until 28 nov 2025) -stage 2 – shortlisting (december 2025) -stage 3 – interviews (week commencing 5 jan 2026) -stage 4 – offers (february 2026)