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Join us as an Chartered Monitoring Surveyor This is an opportunity to take on an influential role in our Real Estate Finance business You'll be reviewing lending opportunities and providing input to transaction due diligence, working within the team's specific terms of engagement You'll be exposed to a broad range of stakeholders, giving you and your work excellent exposure What you'll do As part of a specialist team, you'll be providing market intelligence to help inform business strategies and lending decisions. With your specialist property knowledge, you'll be undertaking and supporting real estate finance activities, providing comprehensive and relevant analysis of key risks and issues, and assisting with independent desktop revaluations. Your other duties will include: Keeping up to date with market and economic activities to share your knowledge, and providing training and development activities for continuous improvement Providing proactive insights and purposefully directing efforts to where the most value can be added Reviewing customer business plans, construction costs and sustainable income, and key milestones Providing clarity on development appraisals, construction and budget risk analysis and property modelling and cash flow analysis Driving best practices in managing the bank-wide property professional risk and control frameworks and adviser panels The skills you'll need You'll already have extensive knowledge and experience in real estate or real estate investment, with an ability to analyse and interpret development budgets, appraisals and building programmes or the UK property market. It's essential that you have an MRICS professional qualification or equivalent, a professional accreditation and appropriate work experience in a market facing real estate position. Along with this, you'll need: Excellent research abilities and the ability to appropriately interpret and apply key findings, relevant to transaction, advisory or training activities Proven risk assessment, monitoring and control skills in a real estate finance environment A thorough understanding of UK valuation, financial modelling or construction principles, theory and practice Excellent attention to detail and a thorough understanding of business appetite and key risk criteria, with the ability to add value to transactions across the real estate customer spectrum

# Managing Quantity Surveyor Job Introduction Job Introduction: Gleeson Homes are recruiting for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to assist the Regional Commercial team, delivering the Group Business plan, Commercial objectives, budgets and future growth requirements by being involved in commercial activities; supporting the implementation, control and reporting of all development/build-related expenditure.We're looking for someone who is passionate about working with colleagues within the region and across different disciplines with a keen attention to detail and accuracy when conducting the valuation process. The suitable person will be someone who wants to proactively contribute to our mission of changing lives, by building affordable, quality homes, where they are needed, for the people who need them the most.In the manager position, you will be given ample opportunities to not only utilize your pre-existing skills but to develop a new people management, mentorship and networking skills.Our teams are structured with a Commercial Director, a Managing Quantity Surveyor, a Senior, Quantity Surveyors and Assistants. Main Responsibilities: As a member of the senior leadership team it is crucial, to take a 'whole company' perspective to the performance of Building Homes. Changing Lives, being a Gleeson Ambassador for our vision, mission, values and our approach to performance excellence, whilst positively influencing and enhancing the profitability and operational effectiveness of the business. A High level summary of key responsibilities: Manage the work of the commercial function ensuring the effective compliance, control, deployment and performance management of the quantity surveying, taking responsibility for achieving targets in relation to development budgets and commercial controls. To ensure the commercial team proactively support the attainment of key operational requirements, tar-gets and budgets in the areas of land acquisition and commencement budgets, subcontractor tendering and management, payments, CVRs and cost to complete reviews, controls and reporting, variations control and cost reporting, procurement and the use of Coins and other systems ensuring all activities meet the requirements and standards set out in the Commercial processes, procedures and Key Controls. Take responsibility for the Quantity Surveying function on at least one active key development, to the full extent of the duties set out in the Quantity Surveyor job role, these will include, but not limited to, sub-contract procurement, attending site meetings, the production the development CVRs. To provide input as directed into the Commercial Land Appraisal process and subsequent site commencement programmes to ensure all known site and development costs and revenues are captured at each key development phase. Liaise with build management and regional and central services buying and procurement teams in respect of the scheduling and delivery of material supplies and Sub Contract trades and services ensuring the commercial team work to and deliver agreed actions and activity plans. Ensure there is a system to monitor material quality and use and the performance of Suppliers and Sub Contractors in close collaboration with build management and site based colleagues providing feedback to the Commercial Director and direct to suppliers and sub-contractors, as appropriate outlining where an unacceptable standard of materials or performance has been identified. The Ideal Candidate: A relevant qualification or good experience in Commercial Management Highly proficient and led user on Coins and proficient in Microsoft Excel and word packages A strong and extensive understanding of the commercial implications of the methods and sequences of design and build Broad Finance/Commercial awareness & Technical knowledge Broad knowledge of the Construction Industry Highly tuned practical knowledge of commercial and financial management systems and controls Broad awareness of codes of practice that impact on commercial matters e.g Building Regulations, NHBC requirements, HSE etc Knowledge of Construction Design Management Regulations Strong analytical ability, able to distil/mine data to identify key trends, issues and value add opportunities Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills Ability to manage multiple tasks and assess priorities effectively. Ability to work closely with senior colleagues and all regional and Group functions. Has energy and drive - able to positively influence others. Exceptional stakeholder management, with resilience and maturity to balance multiple priorities within a fast-changing and demanding environment Excellent communication and engagement skills, able to influence operational practice to generate optimal commercial outcomes and results Good business management acumen and highly commercially astute. Able to see and promote innovative ideas Ability and flexibility to travel to sites and Central Services essential. Benefits: Generous holiday entitlement of 26 days per annum + bank holidays Choice of company car/ car allowance Discretionary Bonus Scheme Holiday Buy Back Scheme Company Pension Scheme Private Medical Insurance Scheme Healthshield membership Life Assurance Scheme Share Purchase Plan Highstreet/ Store Discounts Development OpportunitiesThe following content displays a map of the job's location. OpenStreetMap contributors Managing Quantity Surveyor Salary Excellent Salary and Benefits Package Frequency Monthly Job Reference gleeson/TP/8939/4398 Contract Type Permanent Closing Date No expiry date Job Category Commercial Regional Office Penrith Location Penrith, United Kingdom Posted on 08 January, 2026

Infrastructure - Thames Water Quantity Surveyor The Opportunity We are growing our team delivering AMP8 for Thames Water, to meet the greatly enlarged programme of works between 2025 and 2030. Tilbury Douglas have already been allocated circa £250m of projects in the delightful rural setting of the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire and Thames Valley regions. This is a great opportunity to join the team delivering on Treatment Works within this area. Our projects are a mix of civil, mechanical, electrical and IC scopes and range between £2.5m to £25m in size, several of which will be on sites that we are completing AMP7 projects. This is an exciting time to join the Tilbury Douglas Infrastructure Division as we are delivering enlarged AMP8 programmes across the UK for several water companies. We are recruiting across all project disciplines including management, supervision, design, engineering, commercial, project controls and project services. What you will be doing as Quantity Surveyor Provide commercial management on low to medium risk / complexity projects including the following tasks: Co-ordinating with, reporting to and implementing the reasonable directives of the Senior Quantity Surveyor / Managing Quantity Surveyor (functional reporting). Complete monthly internal CVR updates informed by robust cost forecasting Liaising with Contracts Managers on the day-to-day commercial administration of contracts to ensure the financial success of construction operations and to keep the Commercial Manager appraised of all material events. Undertake subcontract procurement from cradle to grave (enquiry packages, bid analysis and recommendations, Subcontract drafting and Subcontract management through to final account). Supervising, mentoring and encouraging junior staff in their personal professional development. Ensuring consultation with contracts management that all necessary notices and submissions required by the Contract are given in an expedient manner. Compilation and submission of monthly Applications for Payment to the Client including negotiation of interim certified amounts. Involvement in dispute avoidance/resolution. Responsible for managing meetings where appropriate. Complete accurate internal cash flow forecast updates Complete external reporting to the Client including Value of Work Done and cash flow forecasting. Ensure disciplined change control and management both domestic with the supply chain and external with the client. Ensure the successful negotiations of Main Contract Final Accounts. Undertake robust cost control including management of accruals, actual cost allocations and challenge. Provide commercial support to the project operations team including regular site presence. Location Mandatory to work 3/ 4 days on-site (including Clearwater, Reading) What we will need from you Sound & comprehensive understanding of construction industry and the parties to it. Proficient knowledge of measurement and valuation. Good knowledge of standard forms of contract. Proficient in reading drawings, specifications and knowledge of construction process. Ability to negotiate with clients/sub-contractors and draft sub contracts. Knowledge of CIS. Ability to produce accurate monthly cost and value reports and outturn financial forecasts. Ability to work in a team environment. Awareness of dispute procedures. Experience of undertaking risk assessments and valuation of them in conjunction with other project team members. Experience of working on live projects and final accounts Experience of value engineering. Successfully completed a number of final accounts. Experience of procuring major works subcontracts Professional membership of recognised institute e.g. RICS (desirable) Proficient in the use of Microsoft packages e.g. Excel, Word & PowerPoint and industry standard Common Data Environment, financial and Project Management systems. Experience of mentoring junior staff. Experience of working on Water Treatment projects highly desirable. What we can offer you Competitive salary (to be discussed on application) Car Allowance (to be discussed on application) 26 days annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday) 3 additional long service days achieved after 3, 7 and 10 years Private medical insurance for yourself (with the option to buy family cover) Life Assurance Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8% Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave 2 days volunteering opportunities Flexible and Agile working (dependent on your role) Employee Assistance Programme Professional membership fees Perks at Work Employee discount scheme offering discounts on a range of categories such as electronics, home appliances, food & groceries, car buying, travel, fitness and more Flexible Benefits scheme which includes the opportunity to purchase benefits such as: Critical illness insurance (with option to purchase for your partner) Dental Insurance Travel insurance Cycle to work scheme Retail vouchers/payroll giving/activity pass for top leisure attractions. Who we are Tilbury Douglas is a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out company. We deliver vital projects across a range of sectors including health, education, highways, justice, defence, aviation, water and environment. It is our people who make Tilbury Douglas a success. We believe our inclusive culture encourages new ways of thinking, enabling us to innovate whilst remaining resilient. We value and celebrate all individual differences and look forward to receiving your application, We have now achieved our IiD status. Visa sponsorship is not available in connection with this vacancy. Please note that this role is subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance which includes identity, employment history, and criminal record checks. We look forward to receiving your application!

About this opportunity Gleeds continue to develop their sustainable growth plans in the North of England and are looking for an exceptional individual to join the regional senior team of directors. This individual will take on the responsibility of business growth in the Building Surveying business unit in the region. They will report to the Regional Director for consultancy services and will have Executive responsibility and leadership for the delivery of the Service specialism. The individual will be expected to work closely with the other two regional Business Unit leaders, and represent Gleeds as an ambassador within the region, living and personifying our values of: Professionalism with personality; Innovation with agility; and Excellence with humility; and in doing so, act as a role model to others at Gleeds demonstrating our culture and values to all stakeholders. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Formulating and managing strategies to deliver the business objectives. Actively identifying new business development opportunities and driving growth across the Business Unit's activities. Ensuring that projects are managed in accordance with Gleeds processes and procedures (governance and controls). Agreeing fees and charges for potential services with Regional Director. Agreeing appointments / scope of services. Ensuring that appointments are in place prior to commencing service delivery. Delivering high quality services and deliverables ensuring that services meet our Customer's requirements. Reviewing scope of appointments on a monthly basis to ensure services are being delivered in accordance with appointments Managing and maintaining Customer relationships (i.e. Clients, business partners and other consultants). Ensuring a Customer Care plan is in place. Resolving customer complaints. Ensuring sufficient resources are made available to deliver services on our projects, including managing resource conflict resolution (with fellow directors). Leading and managing Teams, including working with Directors and Associate Directors in managing resources and workload. Ensuring compliance with administrative requirements (appraisals, training, timesheets etc) Managing employees, focusing on retention and development. Developing and enhancing Gleeds Building Surveying capability. Briefing employees on relevant aspects of Gleeds business. Preparing bids for services. Managing service delivery for profit that meets established budgets Managing the commercial aspects of projects (e.g. scope of services/deliverables, invoices, payments, and debt management). Working harmoniously with other Senior Directors and Directors, assisting Regional Service Line Leads and Regional Director. Promoting all Gleeds professional services and brand Gleeds, including our digital offer. As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to: Opportunities to develop and grow your career Generous holiday allowance plus option to purchase additional days through the holiday purchase scheme A contributory pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme Our global travel scholarship programme Flexible working arrangements Who we are looking for: Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills: Extensive experience in public and private sector led developments delivering building surveying services on construction projects, of which 5 years were in a responsible leadership function in the management of professional teams and major construction projects or frameworks. Demonstrate experience of leading high performance multi-disciplinary project delivery teams Excellent communication skills - both oral and written. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to quickly adapt to changing environments. Excellent problem solving, negotiating skills, financial and numeracy management skills. Ability to absorb complex information and assess requirements readily. Demonstrable networking skills and having a strong professional network within the region and a solid understanding of the marketplace Ability to prepare first class bids for services. Competent at negotiating sufficient fees to both complete services and generate required profit levels. Demonstrable evidence of delivering top class services to Clients and managing Client relationships. Demonstrable experience of timely interfacing with clients and key stakeholders at the highest level. Experience managing multiple projects Ability to work as part of and lead a regional team Excellent knowledge of construction procurement strategies, including tendering and contract strategies Extensive knowledge of construction technologies, sequences, methods and materials Excellent commercial background, including familiarity with contract conditions and procedures and ability to administer contracts (as contract administrator, employer's agent and/or project manager) Sound understanding of legislation impacting on building contracts. Qualifications MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) or Other alternative Professional Body related to the Built Environment. About us Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.

Role Purpose To support the Senior Facilities Manager with the day-to-day management and operational activities in line with all health and safety, environmental and company procedures, related general legislation and client/tenant requirements. This includes ensuring the adherence to the budgetary costs and customer service standards and management of onsite personnel. Role Specific Particulars The property is a medium sized premises located in central Manchester. The successful candidate will be part of a site team and will be an essential asset to the property, colleagues, clients and occupiers. Key Responsibilities To ensure the fabric of the building both externally and internally is maintained and serviced to a high standard in accordance with the management contract and agreed budgets. This includes the achievement of all key performance indicators reference those set by the client and also that of the Company. Assist with the drafting, control and reporting of the service charge budget and expenditure for the site(s) in conjunction with the Senior Facilities Manager and surveyor as applicable. To carry out regular inspection audits of the site(s) and take/organise remedial action if and when required. To work in conjunction with the Senior Facilities Manager, key stakeholders and external clients ensuring a maintenance and repair programme is in place. To participate at regular tenant meetings in conjunction with the Senior Facilities Manager and property and asset management colleagues as applicable. This includes ensuring that all issues are promptly dealt with in accordance with agreed service criteria. To ensure all health and safety audits carried out in accordance with the planned programme and all follow up actions carried out within due timetable. This also includes ensuring that Vantify Risk Manager (H&S Management tool) is regularly monitored and updated in accordance with all the Health and Safety requirements and current legislation. To ensure fire and other evacuations are carried out on a regular basis in accordance with the health and safety requirements. This includes ensuring the emergency plan and related site maps are continually updated. To liaise with local authorities as appropriate. To manage major work programmes in conjunction with the Building Manager and specialist consultants on-site, acting as the liaison point for all parties involved To assist the Senior Facilities Manager in producing management reports in accordance with the needs of the business, as applicable. To assist the Senior Facilities Manager with the compilation of external contracts in conjunction with the Procurement Department. This includes ensuring all procurement needs are carried out in line with company policy. To oversee and regularly review the work carried out by the contractors to ensure the required standards are achieved and maintained in accordance with the contractual agreement. Any other duties as in accordance with the needs of the business. Person Specification/Requirements Good standard of education. Previous experience of working within a facilities environment in a supervisory or management role. Knowledge of the technical aspect of premises management. Excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication skills. A good awareness of Health and Safety legislation and knowledge of environmental protection requirements, and ideally IOSH qualified. IT literate together with an understanding and experience of industry specific IT applications. Ability to work on own initiative and within a pressurised environment with excellent organisational and planning skills.