Job Description

About the role

Balfour Beatty are recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the Commercial team on site to deliver a complex secure building and infrastructure project in Derby.



This is an exciting opportunity to join Balfour Beatty's team that has been selected as a construction partner for the Rolls Royce expansion work in Raynesway, Derby, needed to meet the growth in demand from the MOD and as a result of the AUKUS agreement. As part of this programme of works, which will be executed in stages over the next eight years, Balfour Beatty will deliver infrastructure enabling works, build new manufacturing and office facilities, and redevelop existing industrial buildings on the site.

What you'll be doing

As an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will have a track record in managing all cost and income within their area of responsibility. They will be involved early to assist in setting up the next phase of the construction works on the Rolls Royce Programme. The role will require close working with the interna Balfour Beatty team and the design partner. The role will then progress into the Commercial Management of Task Orders relating to the construction works.


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. They


will maintain their Continuing Professional Development (CPD).



You will be accountable for:


Governance + Has a good knowledge of and adheres to the Company's governance requirements and maximises LEAN/digital opportunities.
Commercial Management and Administration + Orders information and systematically checks data
+ Prepares Activity Schedules, Resource Schedules & analyses tender documents
+ Critically appraises, estimates and negotiates with subcontractors
+ Reviews complex contract programmes such as Time-Location
+ Assists with the preparation of delay and disruption programmes
+ Monitors subcontract activities, measure and respond appropriately
+ Prepares Internal reports, commercial progress and financial reconciliation and report to senior project staff.
Customer/Change Management + Understanding of the Customer Contract and undertakes customer and stakeholder management
+ Analyses rates & prices, agreement of compensation events as required
+ Prepares, submits and negotiates claims when required
+ Manages commercial aspects with Customer and Stakeholders for their area of responsibility
Procurement + Undertakes constructability analyses using construction programmes.
+ Assists in the preparation of the procurement programme and helps develop the strategy.
Development, Recruitment and Retention + Supports the recruitment, supervision and development of team members

Who we're looking for

Essentials - The following qualifications or their equivalent are essential:


BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent knowledge MRCIS/MCInstCES/MCIOB or working towards them CSCS Card (Professional Qualified Person)

Preferred Experience


Experience working on Cost Reimbursable Contracts, preferably NEC 4 Option E SC Security clearance preferable, minimum of BPSS Ideally experience of Commercial Management on major new build and refurbishment construction projects

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: BBUK15448