Technical Controller

At STRABAG UK, we’re looking for a Technical Controller to join our growing Build Division and play a pivotal role in ensuring technical compliance, design coordination, and quality throughout the project lifecycle.

• HND or Degree qualification in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related subject.
• Competent in the use of MS-Office products.
• An understanding of cost estimating software, ideally iTWO (training will be available).
• Experience in a suitable role in construction or engineering.
• Independent, analytical and result-oriented way of thinking and acting.
• Committed to professional delivery with accuracy and detail.
• Willingness to work on a construction site.
• High level of commitment and initiative.
• The Technical Controlling role is a specific and crucial role established within the STRABAG Group globally. Technical Controlling is a result‑driven, internally focused project management system. It combines typically UK Quantity Surveying and Cost Engineering responsibilities to ensure compliance, transparency, and alignment with Group‑wide processes.

• Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Site Engineer looking for a career pivot that offers higher visibility and strategic impact?
• We are looking for internal and external candidates to join the growing Technical Controlling function. This is a unique "Dual Role" opportunity: you will retain and use your core professional skills (QS or Engineering) whilst specialising in the critical financial and operational standards that drive STRABAG's success.
• This role is the primary bridge between Site Operations and the Business Unit. You will not just report on the numbers; you will influence them.

• Unlike a standard commercial role, this position allows you to:
• Stay close to the action: you remain integrated with the on‑site delivery team, applying your practical construction knowledge daily.
• Gain high‑level exposure: you will report directly into the controlling function, giving you visibility with Project Management and Sub‑Division Directors that is not common on a project basis.
• Master the "Strabag Way": you will become the project expert on Common Project Standards (CPS) and our internal processes, making you a highly valuable asset to the Group.

• Operational Control:
  Use your technical/commercial background to monitor costs, revenue/results, productivity, and budgets in real‑time, preventing issues before they impact the bottom line.
• The Bridge:
  Act as the interface between the Project Manager and the Business Unit, translating site activities into accurate financial data.
• Forecasting:
  Proactively identify deviations from the schedule and cost forecasts using your engineering/QS judgment.
• System Integrity:
  Ensure the accuracy of the Working Budget and Estimates with iTWO, ensuring the data reflects reality.
• Process Champion:
  Drive the "Feedback Loop", capturing lessons learned from the site and feeding them back to Pre‑Construction to improve future tenders.

• This is a development role for high‑potential internal staff. We are looking for:
• Current Role: A Quantity Surveyor or Site Engineer currently working within Strabag or other main contractors.
• Experience:
  
  Proven experience on site with a strong understanding of how projects are built and managed.
• Mindset:
  You are "Process‑Driven" but "Practical". You understand the importance of the CPS but know how to apply it to real site challenges.
• Ambition:
  You want to move beyond day‑to‑day transactional work and into strategic analysis and reporting.

• Mentorship:
  Direct support from the Head of Technical Controlling and Senior Controllers.
• Autonomy:
  The chance to "own" the controlling function for your project(s).
• Career Security:
  Technical Controlling is a growth area for the Build Sub‑Division. As we scale to new Business Units and win further projects, your specialised skillset will be in high demand.
• Opportunity to work and have a lasting impact on landmark UK projects.
• Collaborative and innovative working environment.
• Professional development and career progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits package including private health cover, 9% pension and 25 days holiday.
• We stand for respect, partnership, and sustainability, creating a work environment that promotes safety, health, and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset – the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation. With our "People. Planet. Progress." strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we drive change forward – with the goal of climate neutrality by 2040.