Job Description

About the role

Balfour Beatty is proud to be delivering major works on the

Net Zero Teesside (NZT)

project in Redcar - a pioneering development set to become the UK's first integrated carbon capture, usage and storage (CCUS) power and industrial cluster. This is a landmark project with the potential to transform the region and make a lasting contribution to the UK's Net Zero ambitions.



We are seeking an experienced

Senior Quantity Surveyor

to join our commercial team, playing a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of this high-profile project.

What you'll be doing

As a

Senior Quantity Surveyor

you will:




Leading all aspects of cost management, subcontract management and commercial reporting Driving value engineering and cost efficiency across the project lifecycle Ensuring robust financial controls, compliance, and forecasting are maintained Building strong relationships with clients, partners, and subcontractors Supporting and mentoring junior members of the commercial team.

Who we're looking for

You will have the following:

Proven experience as a Senior QS on large-scale civil engineering or energy infrastructure projects Strong commercial acumen with the ability to challenge and influence at all levels Excellent negotiation and communication skills A collaborative mindset and a commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation.

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: BBUK15082