Project Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor - Isle of Wight

Project Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor - Isle of Wight

Willmott Dixon currently has exciting opportunities for a well-rounded Project Surveyors / Quantity Surveyors to work on projects within our South Division. We deliver projects between £10m -£100 million across multiple sectors such including Education, Defence, Healthcare, Blue Light and more… So, no two projects are the same!

As a successful Project Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for providing commercial support on projects to ensure that it is procured, delivered within budget and to the highest quality whilst exceeding our customers' expectations. You will be responsible for the delivery of the project to meet its financial targets.

You will have a strong working knowledge of contract conditions and the procurement of packages of works as well as management of project risks.

At Willmott Dixon, we value our supply chain partners as part of our extended team. To succeed in this role, you must be an effective communicator, relationship-builder, and adaptable team player, thriving in a fast-paced environment.

• NB. Initial project allocation will be working on one of two DfE School projects based on the Isle of Wight, which has a train link from Ryde pier where the passenger ferry from Portsmouth docks!

Key Responsibilities

Ensure projects are delivered within budget and to the highest quality, exceeding customer expectations. Work closely with the project team and senior commercial staff to ensure budgeted targets are met. Establish strong working relationships with supply chain, consultants, and customers. Accurately value, certify, and issue payment notices for supply chain partners in accordance with contract arrangements. Manage the procurement of work packages from our proven supply chain partners in line with company standards and requirements. Input into cost value comparison (CVC) reports to accurately reflect the current position on site and the final projection. Identify any potential disputes in a timely manner and enable introduction of effective solutions. Essential Skills:

Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the commercial construction industry. Experience with NEC and JCT contracts Strong proficiency in MS Excel. Procurement and cost management experience. Excellent financial and contractual awareness. Ability to read and accurately interpret drawings and specifications. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Valid driving licence.Desirable Skills:

Degree in Construction or a related field Membership or working towards MCIOB or RICSAdditional Information

We reward our people generously with a competitive package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to, an enhanced pension scheme, discounted or full private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and a car scheme which will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. Applicable roles will benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA) and everyone can access a new generation of low carbon and electric cars via the Willmott Dixon run car leasing scheme.

At Willmott Dixon we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in and we are happy to support agile working wherever possible. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme.

About Us

With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations.

Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive.

Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025.

Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development