Job Description

About the role

The purpose of the role is: A Quantity Surveyor has a number of years' experience in managing all costs


relating to building and civil engineering projects. They will be supporting other more senior members of the


commercial team in delivering the varied commercial duties as well as being responsible for procuring and


managing our supply chain. They actively seek to minimise the costs of a project and enhance value for


money, while still achieving the required standards and quality for our Customers. Typically, a QS will be


chartered or in the final stages of achieving professional membership of the RICS, ICES or CIOB and will be


a peer role model for those less experienced members of the commercial team.

What you'll be doing

Governance

Has a good knowledge of and adheres to the Company's GMCEs, BMS and other governance

Analytical Thinking & Decision Making

Orders information and systematically checks data

Cost Engineering


Measure, record & value work unsupervised in accordance with appropriate rules and procedures

Estimating

Measure & interpret specifications & drawings Build up estimates from first principle including net and gross estimates Translate measurement from drawings and Specifications and prepare Bills of Quantities and Schedules of
rates

Planning

Review weekly, monthly, section programmes of works Plan commercial activities to meet requirements of section programmes Have an understanding of delay and disruption programmes

Project Management

Use the company's ERP System Collation of Cost and Value Information Preparation of Cost reconciliation statements

Procurement

Collect information required to specify procurement requirements Record and document information including registration of interest Understand the steps / documentation required

Commercial Management

Undertakes customer and stakeholder management for their area of responsibility Collation of cost and value information Measurement of works and agreements with subcontractors

Development, Recruitment and Retention

Maintain a Personal Development Plan Supports the development of others Working towards professional membership from the RICS, ICES or CIOB

Who we're looking for

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience

Essential

BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or experience equivalent

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

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: BBUK15303