Quantity Surveyor (2 Year FTC)

VSL International Ltd.; Aldringham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

VSL International Ltd. is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor for the Sizewell C project in the UK. The successful candidate will provide commercial and contractual management support for construction packages while ensuring cost control and financial performance. Required qualifications include a degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field and relevant experience in infrastructure projects. This role demands strong analytical skills, effective stakeholder engagement, and the ability to manage contracts and costs within a complex project environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor on major infrastructure or construction projects.
• Knowledge of subcontract procurement and commercial delivery.
• Ability to manage valuations, variations, forecasts and final accounts.

Responsibilities

• Support the commercial management of allocated work packages.
• Prepare cost plans, budgets, and forecasts.
• Administer subcontract obligations including variations and change management.
• Provide commercial support to delivery teams on scope and risks.

Skills

Commercial mindset

Cost control

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

BSc/MSc in Quantity Surveying or Construction-related discipline

Professional membership (e.g. RICS)

Tools

NEC/JCT standard forms of contract

Job description

As part of Bouygues Construction's Public Works division, VSL International participates in the construction of major technical structures and guarantees their structural safety and durability: transport infrastructure (bridges, tunnels), industrial and energy production structures, and commercial buildings.

Business Areas

• Structural systems and technologies
• Civil engineering
• Foundations and soil engineering
• Preservation, structural repairs, renovation and optimization of structures.

VSL has 4,000 employees at 25 locations worldwide (Asia and Oceania, Middle East, Europe, Latin America, Canada).

Project: Sizewell C

Sizewell C (SZC) is a major new nuclear infrastructure project that will provide secure, low-carbon energy for the UK. The project includes the construction of a new nuclear power station alongside extensive enabling works, marine and civils infrastructure, earthworks, utilities, and major construction packages delivered through a complex, highly regulated programme environment.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join us on the Sizewell C project. This is a project-based commercial role embedded within a major live infrastructure delivery environment, supporting the commercial and contractual management of construction and engineering packages while ensuring robust cost control and financial performance.

Main Responsibilities

Commercial Management and Cost Control

• Support the commercial management of allocated work packages, providing QS and contractual support to delivery teams.
• Prepare cost plans, budgets, forecasts and cost reporting to support accurate financial control.
• Manage valuations, applications for payment and commercial assessments.
• Monitor package performance, identify risks and support effective cost control measures.

Procurement and Tendering

• Support subcontract procurement activities, including tendering, evaluation and award recommendations.
• Prepare subcontract documentation and undertake tender analysis.
• Assist with package procurement strategies aligned to project requirements.

Contracts, Claims and Final Accounts

• Administer subcontract obligations including variations, compensation events and change management.
• Support claims preparation where required, maintaining robust commercial records.
• Assist in agreement of final accounts and commercial close-out activities.

Stakeholder Management

• Provide commercial support to delivery teams on scope, risks and contractual obligations.
• Build effective working relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal teams.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, planners and project controls functions.

Reporting and Forecasting

• Produce monthly commercial reporting including cost/value reconciliation, forecasts and liabilities.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting aligned with project controls requirements.
• Maintain compliance with commercial procedures and governance standards.

Candidate Profile

Education & Experience

• BSc / MSc in Quantity Surveying or Construction-related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Professional membership (e.g. RICS or working towards equivalent accreditation)
• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor on major infrastructure or construction projects
• Knowledge of subcontract procurement, package management and commercial delivery
• Experience administering standard forms of contract (e.g. NEC / JCT)
• Ability to manage valuations, variations, forecasts and final accounts
• Experience working closely with site delivery and project controls teams

Personal Attributes

• Strong commercial mindset with focus on cost control and value delivery
• Proactive, detail-oriented and analytical
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Organised and commercially disciplined approach to work
• Collaborative and adaptable within complex project environments

Interested? Apply now and let's build the great structures of tomorrow together!