Job Description

About the role

Be part of this 'once in a generation' project that will deliver clean energy to 6 million homes for the next 60 years. Sizewell C will see the creation of a 3.2 Gigawatt nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast to provide reliable load low-carbon electricity.



The Civil Works Alliance is an extended delivery enterprise involving Sizewell C and three international construction companies: Balfour Beatty, Bouygues Travaux Publics and Laing O'Rourke.



We are more than just an alliance, we are bringing together a single delivery organisation with years of learning and experience from other major complex infrastructure programmes worldwide.

What you'll be doing

A Managing Quantity Surveyor is an experienced QS who has a track record in managing all costs relating to building and civil engineering projects, from the initial calculations to the final figures. They seek to minimise the costs of a project and enhance value for money, while still achieving the required standards and quality. Typically, they will be a Chartered Member of the RICS, ICES or CIOB. They will have experience of managing a small team of less experienced commercial staff as well as mentoring others on their journey to becoming professionally qualified.




Has a good knowledge of and adheres to the Company's GMCEs, BMS and other governance. Including SZC systems, processes, and governance Orders information and systematically checks data Maximises digital opportunities Prepares Activity Schedules, Resource Schedules & analyses tender documents Critically appraises, estimates, and negotiates the above with 3rd parties Planning Reviews complex contract programmes such as Time-Location, Assists with the preparation of delay and disruption programmes Project Management Monitors subcontract activities, measure and respond appropriately Analyses the commercial progress and report to senior project staff Manages commercial aspects with Customer and Stakeholders for their area of responsibility Procurement Undertakes constructability analyses using construction programmes Prepares procurement programme and helps develop the strategy Commercial Management Analyses rates & prices, agreement of variations and or compensation events as required Undertakes customer and stakeholder management for their area of responsibility Prepares, submits and negotiates claims when required Prepares Internal reports, commercial progress and financial reconciliation

Who we're looking for

Cascades information in a positive way to staff at all levels Ability to resolve conflict and build respect between multi-disciplinary teams Encourages inter-team collaboration as well as with off-site functions Strong communication and excellent interpersonal and influencing skills Sets challenging goals for self and others to achieve Takes difficult decisions as necessary Quality of Service Provision Understand economic factors that affects the construction industry To manage the feedback of commercial data to Planning and Estimating The ability to review tenders and cost data To manage the preparation of Target Cost for a Project To co-ordinate the commercial team to ensure programme issues are identified and actioned To manage the preparation and review of Earned Value Management Manage the preparation of the monthly operating statement and associated commercial reports To be able to report and explain the commercial progress to senior teams To manage the feedback of commercial data to Planning, Estimating, Marketing and Sales Formulation of management plans for resource procurement Understanding of disputes resolution including options, structure as well as knowledge of the SCL Protocol chain management and procurement techniques, estimating and surveying functions Management and reporting of Commercial Risk and Opportunity Management of disallowed cost Experienced in the recruitment and development of talent within the business Ability to provide feedback on team members strengths and weaknesses and support performance management Determining project commercial staff requirements Able to make connection between creative ideas and innovative outcomes and implement using a wide range of improvement techniques Managing risks and opportunities at a Project level and updating senior teams Can see the big picture and can spot the point at which to make a trade off Is aware of political issues, and seeks win-win situations, whilst maintaining effective relationships

Qualifications & Experience


Essential


BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or experience equivalent Membership of RICS, ICES or CIOB (or working towards) 42 hours per week

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:


Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow. 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata) Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more...

About us

Balfour Beatty's Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK's most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. Using the latest technology, we're driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.



From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion



To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.



As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/



We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com



Job Reference: BBUK16944