Senior Quantity Surveyor

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Our Regional Civils team is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee all aspects of a sea defence project based on‑site in Blackpool, ensuring cost efficiency and value for money while maintaining high standards.

This position offers career growth, award‑winning training and a supportive, family‑like culture. You will be part of some of the UK’s largest engineering projects, from community‑focused works to large infrastructure initiatives.

• Lead and mentor junior commercial staff, providing guidance and support.
• Manage project profitability, budgets and financial reporting.
• Develop and implement commercial strategies to ensure project delivery and margins.
• Maintain accurate cost tracking, forecasts and cash flow management.
• Oversee contract change management, valuations and timely applications for payments.
• Manage subcontractor selection, contracts and compliance with company standards.
• Support project reviews, reports and insurance claims as required.
• Ensure compliance with HSE procedures, company policies and Group Minimum Commercial Expectations.

• Substantial senior‑level experience in quantity surveying within civil engineering.
• Chartered or qualified with RICS, ICES or CIOB.
• Strong knowledge of construction techniques, contract law and EEC suite contracts.
• Experience in tendering, procurement and subcontract management.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and leadership skills.

At Balfour Beatty you’ll grow like never before through meaningful work. Benefits include a share plan, pension, recognition scheme, employee assistance programme and generous annual and volunteering leave. You’ll be safe, seen, heard and respected throughout your career with us.

We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to a successful workplace. Through our Value Everyone D&I Strategy and Action Plan, we are building a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. Our Smart Working policy enables flexible work where operationally possible.

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As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with disabled people and people with long‑term health conditions to remove barriers. We also welcome applicants with a disability to interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Further information about Disability Confident can be found at https://disabil

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Construction

Location:

Blackpool, England, United Kingdom