Quantity Surveyor

From the steel in our first reinforced bridge in 1903, to railway sensors, we work with government authorities, asset owners, construction companies, and design offices to support their infrastructure projects.
Our systems are found in iconic projects such as The Golden Gate Bridge, Panama Canal, Kap Shui Mun Bridge, and Freedom Tower.
Role Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a recently qualified Quantity Surveyor to join DYWIDAG's Commercial Team. Working across our Repair & Strengthening, Structural Health Monitoring (SHM), and Geotechnical businesses, the successful candidate will support both the pre-contract and post-contract commercial functions of the organisation.
This role offers excellent exposure to a diverse range of infrastructure projects, including bridge strengthening, structural monitoring, geotechnical investigations, instrumentation and monitoring, and specialist construction works. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing competitive and commercially robust tenders, whilst also supporting the financial management and commercial delivery of live projects.
The role is primarily based in Bury but will require occasional attendance at our Southam and London offices, together with periodic visits to customer sites and project locations.
Key Responsibilities
Pre-Contract Activities
Review Invitations to Tender (ITT), specifications, drawings and supporting documentation.
Prepare detailed estimates and pricing submissions from first principles.
Obtain and evaluate quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
Develop labour, plant, material and subcontract cost build-ups.
Identify project risks and opportunities and incorporate these into tender submissions.
Assist in the preparation of programmes, methodologies and commercial submissions.
Ensure tender submissions are completed accurately and submitted on time.
Maintain comprehensive records and supporting documentation for all estimates and bids.
Liaise with operational, technical and engineering teams to develop competitive proposals.
Commercial Management of Live Projects
Prepare and submit monthly applications for payment.
Assess the value of work completed and monitor project performance against budget.
Manage subcontractor and supplier accounts, including payment assessments and certification.
Prepare, negotiate and agree variations and compensation events.
Support project teams with contract administration and commercial advice.
Produce Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) for larger projects.
Monitor project costs, revenue and forecast margins.
Assist in the preparation and management of project budgets and forecasts.
Support the management of contractual notices and documentation.
Contribute to project reviews and financial reporting processes.
Stakeholder Management
Build strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
Work closely with project managers, engineers and operational teams.
Participate in internal project reviews and commercial meetings.
Provide commercial support across multiple business units and project teams.
Person Specification
Essential
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related commercial discipline.
Recently qualified Quantity Surveyor or early-career commercial professional.
Strong numerical and analytical skills.
Good understanding of construction contracts and commercial principles.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Full UK driving licence.
Willingness to travel occasionally to sites and other company locations.
Desirable
Experience working within civil engineering, infrastructure, rail, structural repair, monitoring, or geotechnical sectors.
Knowledge of NEC forms of contract.
Experience preparing estimates and cost plans.
Working towards or membership of RICS, ICES or a similar professional body.
Familiarity with CVRs, applications for payment and variation management.
What We Offer
Exposure to a wide variety of infrastructure and civil engineering projects.
Opportunities to work across multiple specialist business units.
Structured professional development and mentoring.
Support towards professional accreditation and career progression.
A collaborative working environment with experienced commercial and operational teams.
Career Development
This role provides an excellent platform for a recently qualified Quantity Surveyor to develop into a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager through exposure to tendering, project controls, contract management and commercial leadership across multiple specialist infrastructure sectors
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Pre-Contract Performance
Tender Submission Compliance
100% of tender submissions delivered on or before client deadlines.
Estimate Accuracy
Tendered margins achieved within agreed tolerance following project award.
Variance between estimated and actual project costs monitored and reported.
Tender Conversion
Achievement of agreed annual tender conversion rate (by value and number of projects).
Contribution to securing profitable work across all business units.
Quotation Management
Supplier and subcontractor quotations obtained for all significant cost elements.
Complete estimating records and supporting documentation maintained for all submissions.
Commercial Management
Applications for Payment
100% of applications submitted in accordance with contract requirements and agreed dates.
Cash Collection
Achievement of target debtor days.
Prompt resolution of payment queries and commercial disputes.
Variation Management
Variations identified, priced and submitted within contractual timescales.
Percentage of submitted variations successfully agreed and recovered.
Subcontractor and Supplier Management
Subcontractor assessments completed accurately and on time.
No unauthorised payments or commercial disputes arising from poor administration.
Project Performance
Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs)
Monthly CVRs completed accurately and issued within agreed reporting deadlines.
Forecast cost and revenue positions maintained with minimal variance.
Project Profitability
Projects delivered at or above approved gross margin targets.
Early identification and reporting of commercial risks and opportunities.
Cost Control
Forecast final account accuracy maintained within agreed tolerance.
Timely implementation of corrective actions where projects fall below expected performance.
Governance and Compliance
Contract Administration

Employment type
Full-Time (permanent contract)

Work arrangement
No