Job Description

Job Title:

Tender & Business Development Manager / Quantity Surveyor (RICS)

Location:

Office-Based -- United Kingdom

Reports to:

Managing Director / Commercial Director

Company Overview

We are a fast-growing UK construction company delivering high-quality [commercial / residential / infrastructure] projects across the region. As part of our strategic growth plan, we are seeking a talented and commercially minded

Tender & Business Development Manager / Quantity Surveyor (RICS)

to lead our pre-contract activities and drive the company's expansion through the acquisition of new tenders and framework agreements.

Role Purpose

This office-based role is responsible for managing the

tendering and estimating process

, identifying new business opportunities, and securing

framework and long-term contracts

.
The successful candidate will combine strong technical quantity surveying expertise with a proactive business development mindset to help scale the company sustainably.

Key Responsibilities: Tendering & Estimating

Lead the preparation and submission of

tenders, bids, and cost estimates

in line with

RICS NRM

and company procedures. Analyse drawings, specifications, and contract documents to prepare accurate

Bills of Quantities (BOQs)

and cost plans. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure technical accuracy and competitive pricing. Obtain, assess, and negotiate

supplier and subcontractor quotations

. Conduct risk assessments and implement value engineering strategies. Maintain a pricing database and ensure all estimates are commercially sound.

Business Development & Framework Contracts

Identify and pursue

framework agreements

and

long-term partnership opportunities

with both public and private sector clients. Monitor

UK procurement portals

(e.g. Contracts Finder, Proactis, Delta eSourcing) for relevant tenders. Prepare and manage

PQQ / SQ / ITT

submissions. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors to develop repeat business. Support senior management in developing

market intelligence

and strategic business plans.

Leadership & Compliance

Ensure all pre-contract activities comply with

RICS

,

JCT / NEC

, and company standards. Improve internal estimating and tendering systems for efficiency and accuracy. Mentor junior QS or estimating staff, where applicable. Report regularly to the Managing Director on pipeline, tender status, and conversion rates.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or Civil Engineering.

Minimum 5 years' experience

in estimating, tendering, or pre-contract roles within the

UK construction sector

.

RICS-qualified (MRICS)

or currently working toward chartership. Proven experience in preparing successful tenders and securing

framework or repeat-business contracts

. Strong knowledge of

RICS NRM

,

JCT

, and

NEC

contract frameworks. Proficient in

MS Office

,

CostX

,

Candy

, or similar estimating software. Excellent analytical, commercial, and negotiation skills. Strong communication, organisation, and attention to detail.

What We Offer

Competitive salary and

performance-based bonus structure

. Opportunity to play a key role in

scaling and shaping the company's growth

. Support for

RICS chartership

and professional development. A collaborative, supportive, and office-based working environment with direct involvement in strategic business decisions.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate

Pay: 27,700.10-65,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person