Jobs in Ditton

About the Role

Are you a skilled Quantity Surveyor seeking your next challenge on a major infrastructure project?

Whether you're looking to step up into larger‑scale work or already have experience in this area, we’d love to hear from you. Tarmac is offering a permanent opportunity to join our team and make a real impact.

We’re currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join our fantastic Highways team, based at our Snodland site, supporting projects across the South East region. You’ll play a key role in our commercial team, working closely with the Managing Quantity Surveyor and building strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and client representatives.

We also welcome applications from experienced Assistant Quantity Surveyors ready to take the next step in their career.

Key Responsibilities

As a Quantity Surveyor, you’ll ideally bring experience from similar sectors such as Highways, Road Infrastructure, Paving, Surfacing, or Civil Engineering. Your responsibilities will include:

Managing sub‑contracts: issuing tender enquiries, awarding contracts, and assessing monthly payment applications
Supporting the preparation of monthly CVRs and forecasts (internal and client-facing)
Assisting with final account agreements and substantiations
Ensuring compliance with Tarmac and client processes to mitigate commercial risk
Accurately valuing completed work and ensuring timely cash collection
Preparing and submitting monthly applications for payment
Issuing early warning notices and managing compensation events

Additional Requirements

Company vehicle provided
Full UK manual driving licence (max 6 penalty points)
Occasional UK travel to support wider team needs

What We’re Looking For

Previous experience in surfacing or highways infrastructure projects
Strong drive and ambition to succeed
NEC3/4 contract experience (highly desirable)
Solid sub‑contract administration skills
Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and interpersonal abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
Strong numeracy and analytical skills
Commercial awareness and process‑driven mindset
Willingness to travel between sites as required

Qualifications

Degree‑level qualification preferred
HND or Qualified by Experience (QBE) also considered

Location Details

Based at our Snodland Office in Kent.
Easily commutable from: Snodland, Maidstone, Aylesford, Chatham, Rochester, Gillingham, West Malling, Kings Hill, Gravesend, Sittingbourne, Tonbridge, and surrounding areas.

About Tarmac

Tarmac is the UK’s leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business. Our innovative products and solutions deliver the infrastructure needed to grow the UK economy today and help create a more sustainable built environment for the country’s long‑term future.

We are committed to creating a dynamic and inclusive environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Why Tarmac

We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.

Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:

Bonus scheme
Enhanced holiday entitlement
Contributory pension scheme
Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
Training and development opportunitiesTarmac is committed to being a Forces‑friendly employer.If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.

We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.

Ready to build your future?

Click ‘Apply’ to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don’t wait too long!

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