Managing Quantity Surveyor

Balfour Beatty plc; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company car or car allowance

Annual bonus scheme

37.5-hour working week

Pension contribution

25 days annual leave + holidays

Hybrid working

Training & development

Employee Assistance Programme

Volunteering days

Job summary

Balfour Beatty is seeking a Managing Quantity Surveyor for its Power Transmission & Distribution work based in Aberdeen. You will lead the commercial delivery of major infrastructure projects, manage budgets, forecasts and reporting, and mentor a team of QS professionals.

The role requires strong NEC3/NEC4 experience, senior leadership capability, and a track record of delivering large-scale projects within utilities and construction. Hybrid working options are available.

Qualifications

• Experience as Managing Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager on large projects.
• Strong NEC3/NEC4 contract knowledge.
• Proven track record in cost control, forecasting and reporting.
• Experience leading commercial teams and developing talent.
• Degree in QS or related; professional membership is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of major transmission and substation projects.
• Manage project costs, budgets, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Produce and review CVRs, cash flow forecasts, and project performance reports.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities.
• Support contract negotiations and commercial strategies.
• Procure and manage subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Administer NEC contracts and ensure contractual compliance.
• Manage change control, compensation events, and commercial recovery opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, project teams and stakeholders.
• Support value engineering initiatives and drive commercial efficiencies.
• Lead, mentor and develop Quantity Surveyors and Assistant Quantity Surveyors.
• Ensure robust commercial governance and compliance with BB processes.

Skills

Commercial acumen

NEC3/NEC4 knowledge

Leadership / mentoring

Cost control & forecasting

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

About The Role

At Balfour Beatty, we don't just build infrastructure, we deliver the projects that power communities and support the UK's transition to a low-carbon future.

We’re looking for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join our Power Transmission & Distribution (T&D) business based in Aberdeen. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the commercial delivery of major electricity infrastructure projects across Scotland, helping to shape the future of the UK's energy network.

We offer flexible and hybrid working, alongside the opportunity to work on some of the most significant power infrastructure projects in the country. We’re looking for a commercially driven leader who enjoys working closely with operational teams, building strong stakeholder relationships, and supporting the successful delivery of complex projects.

What you’ll be doing

• Leading the commercial management of major transmission and substation projects.
• Managing project costs, budgets, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Producing and reviewing CVRs, cash flow forecasts, and project performance reports.
• Identifying, managing, and mitigating commercial risks and opportunities.
• Supporting contract negotiations and commercial strategies.
• Procuring and managing subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Administering NEC contracts and ensuring contractual compliance.
• Managing change control, compensation events, and commercial recovery opportunities.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, project teams, and key stakeholders.
• Supporting value engineering initiatives and driving commercial efficiencies.
• Leading, mentoring, and developing Quantity Surveyors and Assistant Quantity Surveyors.
• Ensuring robust commercial governance and compliance with Balfour Beatty processes.

Who we’re looking for

We are keen to hear from commercially focused professionals who have experience delivering large-scale infrastructure, utilities, power, energy, civil engineering, or construction projects.

You’ll Ideally Have

• Experience operating as a Managing Quantity Surveyor, Senior Quantity Surveyor, or Commercial Manager on major projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 forms of contract.
• Proven experience managing project costs and commercial performance.
• Experience leading commercial teams and developing talent.
• Strong understanding of subcontract procurement and supply chain management.
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Experience managing risk, opportunity, change control, and financial reporting.
• A degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline.
• Membership of, or working towards, RICS, ICES, CIOB, or a similar professional body.

Why work for us

Join a business with a strong order book, long-term project pipeline, and genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development.

Our Benefits Include

• Competitive salary and company car or car allowance
• Annual bonus scheme
• 37.5-hour working week
• Up to 7% employer pension contribution
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysHoliday purchase scheme
• Up to 28 weeks' full pay for maternity or adoption leave
• Up to 4 weeks' full pay for paternity or partner leave
• Professional membership fees paid
• Structured training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Up to two paid volunteering days per year

About Us

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: [e-mail]