Quantity Surveyor

Bachy Soletanche; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading geotechnical contractor in Ipswich is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a significant infrastructure project. The role involves managing procurement relationships, driving cost efficiency, and measuring work independently. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and possess strong analytical and communication skills, with a desire to work collaboratively for high-quality results. Competitive benefits are offered, including a discretionary bonus and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Discretionary annual bonus

Company Car or Car Allowance

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

Enhanced Sick Pay

Private Medical Insurance

25-days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Volunteering days

Professional growth and development

Qualifications

• Essential: BSc / MSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience.
• Ideally working towards or holding professional membership (RICS, ICES, CIOB).
• Previous commercial experience and industry knowledge are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support senior commercial team members while managing procurement and supply chain relationships.
• Drive value for money and cost efficiency without compromising quality.
• Measure, record, and value work independently.
• Manage commercial activities, cost reconciliations, and stakeholder relationships.
• Use ERP systems for cost and value tracking.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Teamwork skills

Education

BSc / MSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience

Job description

Join us on one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects – Sizewell C. The Geotechnical Sub-Alliance (GSA) plays a vital role in preparing the ground for construction, using advanced techniques such as piling, diaphragm walling, soil mixing, and grouting. This is your opportunity to be part of a collaborative team delivering safe, efficient, and high‑quality results.

Bachy Soletanche are currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor, to join our Ipswich and Leiston based team on one of the most significant infrastructure projects in the UK.

About the role:

Working as part of our Projects division, the Quantity Surveyor will be a key point of contact within the Commercial Team and will be part of a collaborative alliance delivering safe, efficient, and high‑quality results.

Key Responsibilities

• Support senior commercial team members while managing procurement and supply chain relationships.
• Drive value for money and cost efficiency without compromising quality.
• Measure, record, and value work independently, prepare Bills of Quantities, and build estimates from first principles.
• Manage commercial activities, cost reconciliations, and stakeholder relationships.
• Use ERP systems for cost and value tracking and ensure governance compliance.

What We’re Looking For

• Essential: BSc / MSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience.
• Ideally working towards or holding professional membership (RICS, ICES, CIOB).
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills with a focus on achieving results.
• Previous commercial experience and industry knowledge are desirable.

It would be a bonus if you have :

• Previous experience or exposure to NEC Contracts.
• Piling / Earthworks / Civils experience.

Pourquoi nous rejoindre ?

When you join the world’s largest specialist geotechnical contractor, you’re part of an international community of over 10,000 experts, based in 31 countries around the world. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to prestigious, ground‑breaking projects, using the very latest tools and technology to solve complex problems, constantly learn new skills and take your career in any direction.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus (based personal / project performance)
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (min. 5% company contribution)
• Enhanced Sick Pay (after probation)
• Income Protection, Private Medical Insurance and Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 25‑days annual leave + Bank Holidays per year (increasing with service)
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• Paid annual professional memberships
• Volunteering days
• Professional growth and development

Bachy Soletanche is committed to equal opportunities in employment with the aim of ensuring that everyone who applies to work for us receives fair treatment. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief and pregnancy / maternity.

Entité

Bachy Soletanche is a worldwide, leading specialist in modern geotechnics and foundation engineering. We bring our experience, innovation, and expertise together to deliver the highest quality ground engineering solutions. Whether you are seeking a small‑scale sub‑contractor or a major joint venture partner, we operate at every level and can offer as much support as you need to deliver your programme.

We believe that successful outcomes are based on collaboration, mutual respect and well‑resourced teamwork. Our designs and advice are based on reliable evidence and relevant experience. Our designers, engineers, project managers and workforce all work together to protect your best interests.

Depending on the scale of your project, you will receive the specialist guidance of either our Core Business or Major Projects team to ensure we offer the most tailored approach to your scheme.

We listen, we question, we challenge, and we deliver.