Hybrid Senior Quantity Surveyor – Defence Infrastructure

Babcock International; West Devon; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Pension with life assurance

Digital GP & Aviva DigiCare+

Employee share scheme

Be Kind Day - volunteering day

Flexible working options

Development opportunities

Job summary

Babcock International is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Devonport Navy support sites in Plymouth. You will lead cost planning, tender evaluations and financial reporting on high-impact defence projects, with a focus on commercial excellence and profitability.

Opportunities include hybrid working arrangements, clear career development, and involvement in nationally important contracts. Relevant MOD/NEC experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Degree in quantity surveying or a related discipline.
• Professional membership or accreditation (e.g., RICS) is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong knowledge of building and construction practices.
• Experience with Ministry of Defence (MOD) contracts.
• Proficiency in NEC3 or NEC4 contract frameworks.
• Specialism in Civils, Building, Mechanical or Commercial.
• A drive to own and shape your career development journey.
• Background in project management.

Responsibilities

• Driving strategic cost planning by developing robust pre-tender estimates and evaluating design alternatives.
• Delivering insightful financial reporting to support project and client decision-making.
• Supporting high-stakes contract negotiations to secure favourable commercial outcomes.
• Monitoring financial performance and recommending corrective actions to maintain profitability.
• Shaping project budgets in collaboration with subcontractors and internal teams.

Skills

MOD contracts

Project management

Civils/Building/Commercial

Drive to develop career

Education

Degree in quantity surveying or related discipline

Tools

NEC3/NEC4 contracts

Job description

Babcock International is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Devonport Navy support sites in Plymouth. You will lead cost planning, tender evaluations and financial reporting on high-impact defence projects, with a focus on commercial excellence and profitability.

Opportunities include hybrid working arrangements, clear career development, and involvement in nationally important contracts. Relevant MOD/NEC experience is highly valued.