Unlock your potential with Tilbury Douglas

Where careers in construction are built & ambitions fulfilled! 

Build your confidence & skills with a Year Out Placement 

Make your year in work count with our 12-month placement, a fantastic opportunity for you to gain invaluable experience and develop the professional skills needed to launch your career. We offer support and mentoring from experienced professionals throughout this journey to help you grow and develop your skills whilst giving you the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects 

So, where better than to come and join Tilbury Douglas!  We are a reputable leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit out company and can offer both exciting and varied projects providing the perfect opportunity for you to fulfil your career ambitions within construction!

The things that make us different make us stronger, which is why diversity is plays such a key role in Tilbury Douglas. An inclusive culture drives business success and benefits everyone.  We know by introducing a diverse workforce, new ways of thinking, innovative approaches which have not yet been explored will be introduced and everyone makes a difference including you!  We invest in our people; their health and well being are integral to what we do.  Working at Tilbury Douglas is a rewarding environment. It is our people who make Tilbury Douglas a success, and you can be part of building a better future!

Location – Various locations within the South West – Various Projects - Working with our Regional Building Team  

Visit our website Early Careers section for more information to help you decide if this is the career choice for you: Tilbury Douglas Early Careers

 Academic Requirements

Currently studying towards a degree in Quantity Surveying (or related quantity surveying degree).

What you can bring

Strong numeracy skills and the ability to learn sophisticated design and costing IT packages Ability to read and understand construction drawings (with training)  Ability to write clear and precise reports and to relate complex information simply to a diverse range of people Ability to work in a multi-functional and dynamic team environment assisting with the smooth running of a variety of projects    Self-motivated with the enthusiasm to learn and develop Ability to take responsibility and be accountable  Attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines. Practical and logical qualities with a methodical way of thinking Creative and innovative approach to problem-solving Strong communication skills Holds a full UK driving licence or will hold a full UK driving licence by August 2025 (Essential)

 What we can offer you

Competitive Salary Up to 12 months placement on live construction projects Support from our professionally qualified team to coach and mentor you. The opportunity for sponsorship in your final year and to join us as a graduate 26 days annual leave  Private medical insurance  Life Assurance Company pension scheme matched up to 8% 2 days volunteering opportunities Employee Assistance Programme Flexible Benefits scheme which includes the opportunity to purchase benefits such as: Critical illness insurance Dental Insurance Travel insurance Cycle to work scheme Retail vouchers/payroll giving/activity pass for top leisure attractions

 Role Summary

Supporting with the measurement and valuation of works in progress.  Participation in the management of the supply chain and project costs of construction projects to ensure the overall financial success of a project.  Supporting the commercial team with the commercial management of all or part of a project and/or a number of trade packages within the project.

What you’ll be doing:

Participate in the analysis, preparation, and management of all costs, from initial cost assessments through to project completion. Selection and management of suppliers and sub-contractors. Become an expert in contracts, financial management and contract law Assist with the monthly/quarterly compilation of data to monitor the performance of the project To meet with other professionals, clients, customers and others to obtain and provide information relating to land, property or construction To undertake costings and/or measurements and/or valuations using data collected from research the buying of materials and services from smaller companies. the monitoring and management of these smaller companies to ensure that goods are delivered, and work is completed on time. To ensure requests for payment are made on time and on a regular basis to the business for whom we are working and that these payments are received and payments to smaller companies are made promptly.  

 Are you ready to kick start your career?

How do I apply?

Click Apply Now to register your details and start your application journey!

Application & Selection Process

Stage 1: As part of the application, so we can find out more about you and what you can bring you will be asked to answer some questions in addition to uploading your current CV. 
Stage 2: If you successfully meet the criteria, you will be invited to the next stage which will involve some online assessments.  Notifications and further instructions will follow. Stage 3:  If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to attend the final stage which will be a mini assessment centre held in a local location. Stage 4: If you are successful you will be issued with a job offer. 

We look forward to receiving your application!

Please note: 

Visa sponsorship is not available in connection with this vacancy.

We do not use recruitment agencies for any of our Early Careers Recruitment vacancies