Quantity Surveyor (2 Year FTC)

VSL International Ltd.; Tilbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VSL International, part of Bouygues Construction, is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor for the Lower Thames Crossing project. The role embeds within the commercial team to ensure robust cost control, effective subcontract management and accurate financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

You will work with delivery, engineering and controls teams to manage valuations, applications for payment and final accounts while adhering to NEC contract terms and Bouygues procedures.

Qualifications

• BSc/MSc in Quantity Surveying or related field; professional membership such as RICS or working towards it.
• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor on major infrastructure, civil engineering or construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Support the commercial management of LTC work packages, providing QS and contractual support to project teams.
• Prepare cost plans, budgets, forecasts and cost reports for robust financial control.
• Manage valuations, payment applications and commercial assessments.
• Monitor package performance and identify commercial risks to support cost control.
• Administer subcontract obligations, including variations and changes.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Cost control

Stakeholder communication

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

BSc/MSc in Quantity Surveying

RICS membership (or pursuing)

Experience on major infrastructure projects

Tools

NEC contracts knowledge

Cost reporting tools

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.

VSL's Business Is Based On Four Areas Of Expertise

• 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

The Lower Thames Crossing (LTC) is a major new road infrastructure scheme linking the A2/M2 in Kent with the A13 and M25 in Essex via a 2.6 mile twin bore tunnel beneath the River Thames—the longest road tunnel in the UK. The 14.5 mile route incorporates new approach roads, upgrades to existing highways, and significant structures including bridges and viaducts.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join us on the Lower Thames Crossing (LTC) project. This is a project-based commercial role embedded within a major infrastructure delivery environment, supporting the commercial and contractual management of construction and engineering packages associated with the delivery of LTC. The successful candidate will work closely with the project delivery, engineering and commercial teams to ensure robust cost control, effective subcontract management and strong financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.

Main Responsibilities

Commercial Management and Cost Control

• Support the commercial management of allocated LTC work packages, providing QS and contractual support to project delivery teams.
• Prepare cost plans, budgets, forecasts and cost reports to support accurate financial control.
• Manage valuations, applications for payment and commercial assessments.
• Monitor package performance, identify commercial risks and support effective cost control measures.
• Ensure commercial activities are aligned with project requirements, budgets and programme objectives.

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 with LTC project requirements.
• Work closely with the wider project team to ensure subcontract packages are commercially robust and appropriately managed.

Contracts, Claims and Final Accounts

• Administer subcontract obligations, including variations, compensation events and change management.
• Support the commercial management of changes arising throughout project delivery.
• Support claims preparation where required, maintaining accurate and robust commercial records.
• Assist with the agreement of final accounts and commercial close-out activities.
• Ensure contractual requirements and commercial procedures are followed throughout the lifecycle of allocated packages.

Stakeholder Management

• Provide commercial support to LTC delivery teams on scope, risks, costs and contractual obligations.
• Build effective working relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal project teams.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, planners, project controls and construction teams.
• Support effective communication between commercial and operational functions to ensure project objectives are achieved.

Reporting and Forecasting

• Produce monthly commercial reporting, including cost/value reconciliation, forecasts and liabilities.
• Monitor expenditure and provide accurate forecasts against allocated work packages.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting aligned with LTC project controls requirements.
• Maintain compliance with VSL/Bouygues Construction commercial procedures and governance standards.

Candidate Profile

Education & Experience

• BSc / MSc in Quantity Surveying or a construction-related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Professional membership, such as RICS, or working towards equivalent accreditation.
• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor on major infrastructure, civil engineering or construction projects.
• Knowledge of subcontract procurement, package management and commercial delivery.
• Experience administering standard forms of contract, particularly NEC.
• Ability to manage valuations, variations, compensation events, forecasts and final accounts.
• Experience working closely with site delivery, engineering and project controls teams.
• Previous experience on major highways, tunnelling, civil engineering or infrastructure projects would be advantageous.

Personal Attributes

• Strong commercial mindset with a 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.
• Able to operate effectively within a large, multidisciplinary project environment.
• Collaborative and adaptable when working across commercial, engineering and operational teams.

VSL/Bouygues Construction is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse working environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. A copy of our Equal Opportunities Policy is available upon request.