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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 100% of tender submissions delivered on or before client deadlines.
Estimate Accuracy
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- Tendered margins achieved within agreed tolerance following project award.
- Variance between estimated and actual project costs monitored and reported.
Tender Conversion
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- Achievement of agreed annual tender conversion rate (by value and number of projects).
- Contribution to securing profitable work across all business units.
Quotation Management
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- 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
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- 100% of applications submitted in accordance with contract requirements and agreed dates.
Cash Collection
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- Achievement of target debtor days.
- Prompt resolution of payment queries and commercial disputes.
Variation Management
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- Variations identified, priced and submitted within contractual timescales.
- Percentage of submitted variations successfully agreed and recovered.
Subcontractor and Supplier Management
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- Subcontractor assessments completed accurately and on time.
- No unauthorised payments or commercial disputes arising from poor administration.
Project Performance
Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs)
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- Monthly CVRs completed accurately and issued within agreed reporting deadlines.
- Forecast cost and revenue positions maintained with minimal variance.
Project Profitability
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- Projects delivered at or above approved gross margin targets.
- Early identification and reporting of commercial risks and opportunities.
Cost Control
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- Forecast final account accuracy maintained within agreed tolerance.
- Timely implementation of corrective actions where projects fall below expected performance.
Governance and Compliance
Contract Administration
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- Contractual notices, records and correspondence maintained accurately and on time.
- Compliance with NEC and other contract requirements.
Commercial Reporting
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- Monthly reports submitted accurately and to required timescales.
- No significant audit findings relating to commercial management processes.
Professional Development
Training and Development
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- Achievement of agreed annual CPD hours.
- Progress towards chartership (RICS or equivalent) where applicable.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Feedback
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- Positive feedback from project managers, operational teams and senior management.
- Demonstrated contribution to continuous improvement initiatives across the business.
Suggested Annual Objectives for a Recently Qualified QS
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- Submit 100% of tenders before the deadline.
- Complete all monthly CVRs by the agreed reporting date.
- Maintain applications for payment with less than 2% value queried by clients.
- Ensure 95% of variations are identified and submitted within contractual timescales.
- Support delivery of project gross margins within 2% of budget.
- Complete a minimum of 35 hours CPD per year.
- Progress towards professional accreditation within 2-3 years.
These KPIs are realistic for an early-career Quantity Surveyor whilst still driving behaviors that improve profitability, cash flow, tender quality and commercial governance. They also align well with the multidisciplinary nature of the role across DYWIDAG's Repair & Strengthening, SHM and Geotechnical operations.
Join our 1,500+ specialists working across 10+ sectors in more than 50 countries.
The next stages of our recruitment process could include telephone, face-to-face, or virtual interview with the Hiring Manager and a member of our HR team
What else do I need to know?
Safer, stronger, smarter. These values guide everything we do at DYWIDAG. We’ve been supporting infrastructure since 1865, and safety always comes first. Our strength is rooted in our engineering legacy, and smart, digital technologies are our future. We’re looking for passionate teammates with the mindset to succeed in the world of construction whatever role they fill, who can embody these values.
We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment, and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We strongly encourage applications from people of colour, the LGBTQ+ community, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, parents, carers, and people from lower socio-economic backgrounds.
If there’s anything we can do to accommodate your specific situation, please let us know.
DYWIDAG has a responsibility to ensure that all its employees have the legal right to live and work in the UK. Therefore, any offer of employment is subject to DYWIDAG verifying Right to Work before the successful candidate starts work.
