Join Our Team as a Quantity Surveyor!
Wates is on the lookout for a Quantity Surveyor to join our innovative construction team based in Rugby. If you’re passionate about construction and eager to make a real impact, this is your moment! We’re tackling high-profile, technically challenging projects across multiple sectors that require fresh thinking and sharp commercial instincts.
Why Choose Wates?
At Wates, we don’t just build projects—we build careers. You’ll be part of a collaborative, talented, and supportive team that celebrates new ideas and prioritizes people. Whether you’re from Liverpool, Manchester, or anywhere in between, we’re here to help you rise—on your terms.
Your Role and Responsibilities
As a Site Surveyor, you’ll play a crucial role in driving commercial performance and bringing our ambitious projects to life. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
* Developing smart commercial strategies and managing your own subcontract packages.
* Maximizing cash flow through effective cost control and negotiations.
* Supporting procurement strategies, leading tender processes, and producing subcontract orders.
* Collaborating closely with our Commercial Lead to shape final accounts and ensure alignment with best practices.
What We Offer
We believe in rewarding our team members. Here’s what you can expect:
* Competitive salary & profit share scheme.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade).
* Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates).
* Extensive corporate benefits including Private Medical, Pension (8% employer contribution), Health and Wellness program, and 26 days of holidays + bank holidays.
* Excellent learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
* Industry-leading family leave benefits, including 26 weeks fully paid maternity and 12 weeks fully paid paternity.
Our Commitment to You
As a responsible and inclusive employer, we are committed to equality and have been recognized with accolades such as gold accreditation with Investors in People. We are also a Disability Confident employer, valuing long-term relationships and diverse talent.
Please note that due to the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at the offer stage. We assess applicants with criminal convictions individually and assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant’s criminal record.
About Wates
Wates is one of the UK’s leading family-owned development, building, and property maintenance companies, with a proud legacy spanning over 125 years. We are driven by our purpose: ‘reimagining places for people to thrive’. Our three promises guide us:
* Thriving places – Creating sustainable, inclusive, and opportunity-filled environments.
* Thriving planet – Protecting nature and addressing climate change through collaboration and innovation.
* Thriving people – Fostering opportunities and relationships that ensure everyone feels included and valued.
Join us at Wates and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of the built environment!