Surveyor

Redcar, England, United Kingdom

8/5/2025

About The Role

Do you want to be at the forefront of one of the world’s most ambitious sustainability initiatives?

Balfour Beatty have created iconic buildings and infrastructure all over the world over the past 115 years redefining excellence and setting the industry benchmark with every project.

As a result, alongside several consortium partners; Balfour Beatty have been selected by bp (British Petroleum) to construct a first-of-a-kind fully integrated gas-fired power station with carbon capture and storage which is a key driving force behind plans to make Teesside the UK’s first decarbonised industrial cluster.

Balfour Beatty is seeking a dynamic Surveyor to contribute to the Net Zero Teesside project based at our new site in Redcar and Cleveland.

What you'll be doing

The Successful Candidate Will Have The Following Accountabilities

• The security and integrity of all survey equipment;
• The sufficiency of survey equipment with Project Leads;
• Ensuring that initial survey information (data, plans, software etc.), is to an acceptable standard;
• The quality of setting out derived from survey data;
• Ensuring that all core service requirements are correctly implemented;
• Ensuring effective liaison with others to progress non-core service requirements;
• Ensuring that adequate project specific survey procedures are produced, as required to support core service procedures;
• Measuring all core services activities through active and reactive monitoring;
• Reviewing all monitoring results and initiating appropriate corrective and preventative actions;
• Liaising with the project management to ensure that the programmed survey requirements are met and monitored.
  
  

Who we're looking for

The successful candidate will have the following skills/experience:-

• Previous experience in Quantity Surveying, some of which should have been obtained within a relevant business environment;
• Sound working knowledge of construction and contract law and various forms of Conditions of Contract;
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of tendering and procurement processes;
• Knowledge of construction techniques on particular projects;
• Ability to apply the knowledge and principles of commercial management to construction projects;
• Working knowledge of basic plant, equipment and materials;
• Knowledge and understanding of sub-contracting principles, together with the ability to draft and administer sub contracts;
• Ability to implement procedures to quantify and cost construction works, including the use of appropriate standard methods of measurement;
• Understanding of the requirements to provide and obtain Insurance, Bonds and Warranties;
• Proficiency in administration, writing, numeracy, IT and MS Office;
• Proven ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative;
• Enthusiasm and results focus, together with an ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines;
• Effective negotiation skills - both with internal and external customers.
  
  

The following experience/qualifications are desirable:-

• Membership of a relevant professional body and/or relevant professional qualification.
  
  

Why work for us

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life.

Here Are Some Of Our Key Benefits

• Company Pension scheme with an employer contribution up to 7% plus inclusive life assurance;
• 25 days annual leave per annum with the option to purchase additional days;
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and 4 weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave;
• Salary sacrifice schemes such as share incentives, private medical & dental insurances, cycle to work, electric car leasing plus several other lifestyle benefits to suit you;
• x2 days paid volunteering leave;
• Free onsite car parking.
  
  

About Us

Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects. Using the latest technology, we’re driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.

From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.

Diversity and inclusion

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

We are 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/