Job Description

About the role

Join our Power Commercial team as a Quantity Surveyor, supporting the Laleham contract with National Grid. Based in Laleham or Avonmouth, you'll play a key role in delivering commercial excellence across one of the UK's most critical infrastructure programmes, contributing to the successful delivery of complex works and supporting strategic project outcomes.



The Laleham contract supports National Grid's strategic infrastructure upgrades in West London, enhancing electricity capacity and resilience through critical grid supply point works.



We welcome full-time or part-time applications, because we know the best people aren't always available full-time--and we're committed to being flexible to attract the right talent.

What you'll be doing

Collate and manage costs for infrastructure works, identifying commercial risks and opportunities. Lead procurement and management of the supply chain. Drive cost control and value-for-money initiatives while maintaining quality standards. Administer contracts with clients and subcontractors. Build and maintain strong commercial relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Support the Gated Business Lifecycle process. Pursue personal and professional development, including accreditation.

Who we're looking for

Experienced QS with a background in infrastructure projects. Skilled in cost collation, financial control, and supply chain management. Organised, innovative, and deadline-driven. Committed to continuous development and supporting others. Resilient, determined, and passionate about infrastructure delivery.
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Preferred Qualifications

BSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience. Working towards professional accreditation (e.g., RICS, CIOB).

Why work for us

Competitive salary + company car options. 25 days' annual leave + bank holidays Up to 7% employer pension contribution Professional fees paid + chartership pathways Smart working with up to 40% remote flexibility Life assurance, EAP, and family-friendly policies Volunteering opportunities to make a real impact Access to industry-leading training and qualifications

About us

Balfour Beatty's Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations and distribution networks.



From scoping and feasibility, to design, construction and on-going maintenance, our in-house experts, flexible resources and industry-leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UK's most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects.



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: BBUK14748