Job Description

About the role

At Balfour Beatty, we don't just deliver projects--we shape communities, connect people, and create infrastructure that stands the test of time. We are looking for a talented and driven Quantity Surveyor to join our team, bringing expertise, innovation, and a passion for excellence to some of the UK's most exciting construction and infrastructure projects.



This is an opportunity to be part of a collaborative environment where your skills will directly influence project success, cost efficiency, and long-term value. If you're ready to take on challenging projects, work alongside industry leaders, and grow your career with a company that invests in its people, Balfour Beatty is the place for you.



As part of our Regional Civils division, you will be part of a small commercial team on a single large project in Suffolk and/or a portfolio of projects across Norfolk and Suffolk. You will provide guidance to other members of the Commercial/quantity surveying team and Project Directors/Managers on all aspects relating to commercial activity on the specified projects.

What you'll be doing

Ensure all duties are carried out in accordance with standard company HSE procedures and work instructions Commercial management of various civil engineering subcontract packages Contribute to the management and maintenance of a contract cost reporting system, ensuring all financial information is managed and up-to-date and tracked with budget/tender allowances, commitments and deviations highlighted and managed With other members of the team, produce and provide accurate forecasts of project cost to completion and final value Continually monitor projected costs to completion in line with budget Ensure that necessary interface information between customer, subcontractors and other departments is provided in a timely manner Pro-actively monitor cash flow and valuation plan, ensuring applications are made correctly and in a timely manner Ensure contract variations are identified, valued and turned into agreed variation orders with the customer in a timely manner Assist in ensuring effective records are maintained to support claims and that applications for payment for variations are issued in a timely manner Manage the subcontract tender process, including the selection of sub-contractors and provision of all relevant contract and schedule documentation Ensure that subcontracts are placed in an appropriate manner to step down appropriate responsibilities from the Main Contract Ensure that each sub-contractor's account is managed strictly in accordance with their terms and conditions Ensure that any insurance claims are notified in accordance with CSUK requirements and that appropriate data is compiled for insurance claims Take an active role in assisting the Project Management team member(s) in arranging and undertaking project reviews and issue of associated reports Provide accurate monthly reporting of cost and value on the project(s) in line with the Company's reporting process Be responsible for the preparation and agreement of final accounts Agree and resolve final accounts with sub-contractors Ensure compliance with BMS and Group Minimum Commercial Expectations Where appropriate and where used on the specified project , utilise BIM to support progress monitoring, provide commercial reporting and incorporate information to support change management, variations orders and encourage all sub-contractors/ supply chain members to integrate their work into BIM Live the Balfour Beatty Values Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm Support the delivery of CSUK's Sustainability activities

Who we're looking for

The following qualifications are essential:


BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or experience equivalent

The following qualities/experience are desirable:


Communication Teamwork Achievement Focus (Achieving Results) Previous Commercial Work experience Industry knowledge

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

With a strong track record of delivery, our civils teams connect communities through infrastructure projects in the highways, public realm, rail, flood and coastal defence, and industrial sectors across England and Wales.

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: BBUK16738