At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage projects from start to finish, ensuring commercial success and client satisfaction.
- Company: Join Willmott Dixon Interiors, a leader in innovative construction solutions.
- Benefits: Long-term stability, career development, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Work on-site 3-4 days a week with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Be part of impactful projects that enhance scientific capabilities in a secure setting.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Quantity Surveyor with NEC contract knowledge is essential.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Willmott Dixon Interiors are looking to appoint a Project Surveyor (Quantity Surveyor) to join our team delivering a long-term programme of work in Aldermaston, Reading. This is a secure, technically complex environment supporting projects that enhance critical scientific and analytical capabilities. The current programme is scheduled through to 2027, with a strong likelihood of continued works for many years beyond, offering long‑term stability and clear development opportunities. Projects range from fast‑paced interior fit‑out works to highly sensitive construction packages.
You will operate as a key Project Surveyor on a day‑to‑day basis, overseeing the commercial delivery of allocated projects under NEC forms of contract, with support from a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Senior Commercial Manager. This role includes involvement in preconstruction and future phases, making it ideal for a surveyor who enjoys seeing projects through their full lifecycle and contributing to long‑term client relationships. Due to the nature of the client, you will be required to work predominantly on site (typically 3–4 days per week) and be eligible for SC security clearance.
Responsibilities- Assist in commercial management across the full project lifecycle
- Support and contribute to preconstruction and two‑stage procurement activities
- Commercially manage subcontract and supply chain packages
- Prepare, submit and agree valuations, payment notices and final accounts
- Manage change control, compensation events and variations in line with NEC requirements
- Maintain robust CVC cost reporting, forecasting and budget control
- Ensure compliance with all contractual, commercial and client‑specific procedures
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with the client, consultants and supply chain
- Actively challenge unnecessary cost and manage commercial risk
- Proven experience operating at the Project Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor level
- NEC contract experience is essential (framework and call‑off experience highly beneficial)
- Experience managing your own projects or work packages
- Confident client‑facing communicator, comfortable operating in a highly regulated environment
- Strong understanding of cost reporting, forecasting and change management
- Experience in refurbishment, interiors, M&E or complex environments desirable (but not essential)
- Competent using MS Excel and measurement tools such as Bluebeam
Quantity Surveyor in Cheltenham employer: Willmott Dixon
Willmott Dixon Interiors is an exceptional employer, offering a secure and dynamic work environment in Aldermaston, Reading, where you can contribute to impactful projects that enhance critical scientific capabilities. With a strong focus on employee development and long-term stability, our culture promotes collaboration and innovation, ensuring that you have the opportunity to grow your skills while working on diverse and technically complex projects. Join us to be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your career journey in a highly regulated and rewarding setting.
