Senior Quantity Surveyor- LTC

Bouygues Travaux Publics; Tilbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bouygues Travaux Publics seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor to support commercial management on major civil infrastructure packages. You will steer cost control, forecasting and contract administration while coordinating with delivery teams, client and supply chain partners to protect commercial position.

You will lead change management under NEC contracts, prepare detailed cost reports and assist procurement activities, ensuring accuracy and proactive risk mitigation across complex works.

Qualifications

• HND/Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Chartered MRICS status preferred.
• Experience in major civil/infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support procurement packages with supply chain partners to drive value and delivery.
• Oversee cost management, forecasting, and financial control for allocated packages.
• Administer NEC contracts, manage change, early warnings and compensation events with accuracy.
• Prepare and manage cost reports, forecasts, cash flow and commercial reporting.
• Manage valuations, applications for payment, subcontractor assessments, payment notices and final accounts.
• Identify, assess and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities; escalate as needed.
• Collaborate with delivery, engineering, planning, procurement, finance and assurance teams for integrated decisions.
• Build strong relationships with client, stakeholders and supply chain partners through clear communication.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and ensure data protection and document control compliance.
• Support audit, assurance and reporting through complete documentation.
• Coach and support junior QS staff and commercial assistants to foster teamwork and inclusion.

Skills

MRICS Chartered

Major civil projects

Commercial strategy

Stakeholder management

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

MRICS Chartered QS (MRICS)

Job description

Specialized in civil engineering and engineering structures, Bouygues Travaux Publics is one of the world leaders in the fields of land use planning and sustainable infrastructure construction. Bouygues Travaux Publics is committed to diversity and is open to all talents.

The Lower Thames Crossing (LTC) is one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects. LTC is a new road that will connect Kent and Essex through a tunnel beneath the River Thames and will be the greenest road ever built in the UK - creating six times more green space than road. The reliable new route will almost double road capacity over the river east of London to reduce congestion and give millions of people more choice on where they live, work and spend their valuable time.

We have a diverse programme team on LTC that reflects the communities we work in and fosters an inclusive culture by actively supporting the programme's Purpose, Principles and Cultural Pillars and growing employee networks.

The Role

The Senior Quantity Surveyor is responsible for supporting the effective commercial management of allocated works packages, ensuring robust cost control, contract administration, forecasting, reporting and commercial governance. The role contributes to the successful delivery of complex engineering works by managing commercial risks and opportunities, supporting procurement and supply chain management, administering change under the contract and providing accurate information to support project decision-making. In this role you will work closely with delivery teams, the client, stakeholders and supply chain partners to protect BMJV’s commercial position while supporting safe, efficient and collaborative project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support major procurement packages, working with the supply chain to drive value, commercial clarity and successful delivery.
• Oversee cost management, forecasting, commercial reporting and financial control for allocated packages or sections of the works.
• Administer contracts, including NEC forms, managing change, early warnings and compensation events with accuracy, foresight and confidence.
• Prepare, review and manage cost reports, forecasts, cash flow information and commercial reporting for allocated packages.
• Manage valuations, applications for payment, subcontractor assessments, payment notices and final account processes with accurate supporting documentation.
• Identify, assess and manage commercial risks and opportunities, escalating matters appropriately and proposing practical mitigation or improvement actions.
• Work closely with delivery, engineering, planning, procurement, finance, assurance and wider project teams to support integrated decision-making and effective package delivery.
• Build strong, professional relationships with the client, stakeholders, colleagues and supply chain partners, using clear communication, negotiation and influencing skills to achieve positive outcomes.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and ensure information is stored, managed and shared in line with data protection, confidentiality and document control requirements.
• Support audit, assurance and reporting activities by ensuring commercial documentation is accurate, complete and available when required.
• Guide, coach and support Quantity Surveyors, Assistant Quantity Surveyors, apprentices, placements or commercial assistants where required, contributing to a collaborative and inclusive team environment.

Essential Skills & Experience

• HND/Degree Qualified and Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS) or equivalent
• Commercial experience within major civil engineering, infrastructure or similarly complex project environments.
• A proactive and energetic approach, with the ability to look beyond reporting and actively identify ways to improve project outcomes.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with confidence working collaboratively with colleagues, clients, stakeholders and supply chain partners.
• Analytical problem-solving skills and sound judgement when navigating complex commercial challenges.
• Confidence to make informed decisions, communicate recommendations clearly and take ownership of commercial strategies.