Job Description

About Tower construction

Founded in 2015, Tower Group delivers construction, refurbishment, and remediation projects across a variety of sectors, including MOD, rail, public sector, major loss insurance, and other regulated environments.

We typically deliver projects ranging from 50k to 3m, The business has experienced consistent year-on-year growth, with a strong forward order book into 2026 and beyond. Most projects are based across Essex and Greater London.

We are now at a key stage of growth and are looking to introduce our first in-house Quantity Surveyor to establish and lead the commercial function.

The Role

This is a senior, hands-on position suited to an experienced Quantity Surveyor who is confident operating autonomously and building commercial processes from the ground up.

As our first QS, you will take ownership of the commercial and cost management function, supporting live projects while developing systems, controls, and procedures that will underpin the next phase of the company's growth.

You will work closely with the Commercial Director, Pre-Construction Manager, Contracts Managers, and Site Teams, playing a pivotal role in both project delivery and early-stage planning.

This role would suit:

A Senior QS / Intermediate seeking autonomy and influence, or

An experienced Project QS ready to step up and lead a division

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Leadership & Process Development

Establish, review, and implement commercial and QS processes aligned with company growth

Develop cost control, reporting, and forecasting systems suitable for a growing contractor

Act as the commercial lead across multiple projects

Project Commercial Management

Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts, and monthly cost reports (CVRs)

Monitor costs against budgets, identifying risks, opportunities, and variances

Prepare monthly progress valuations and final accounts

Measure and value works, variations, and change control

Manage subcontractor accounts, valuations, and payments

Procurement & Contract Administration

Lead subcontract procurement: enquiries, analysis, negotiation, and orders

Prepare and review contractual documentation

Chair project mobilisation meetings

Draft and issue contractual notices including EoTs, loss & expense, and delay notices

Pre-Construction & Cost Planning

Support the pre-construction team in early-stage cost planning, feasibility studies, and benchmarking

Assist with tender reviews and value engineering exercises

Liaise with design teams to ensure designs align with approved budgets

Collaboration & Reporting

Attend design team, progress, and subcontractor meetings

Work closely with site teams to identify commercial risks and efficiencies

Provide clear commercial reporting to senior management and external stakeholders

Provide feedback to the pre-construction team and assist in developing a fully cyclical process

About You

You will be commercially astute, organised, and confident operating in a

standalone QS role

, with the ability to influence, challenge, and improve ways of working.

Essential

Proven experience managing all commercial aspects of construction projects

Strong understanding of subcontract management, cost reporting, and procurement

Experience working for a main contractor or developer

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities

HNC / Degree qualified (or qualified by experience)

Proactive, honest, and solution-focused approach

Knowledge of various contract forms, in particular JCT & NEC

Desirable

Experience within public sector, rail, defence, or regulated environments

Knowledge of the Building Safety Act and compliance requirements

MRICS / MCIOB qualified or working towards

Experience contributing to business improvement or process implementation

What We Offer

As a family-owned business, we value loyalty, trust, and long-term relationships. In return, we offer:

Competitive salary

Car allowance / Company car

Private healthcare

Matching pension scheme

Company events

Free on-site parking

Sponsorship of professional qualifications and accreditations

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 45,000.00-60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company car Company pension Free parking Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person