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Quantity SurveyorBabcock International Group • Devonport, Plymouth, GB
Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor

Babcock International Group • Devonport, Plymouth, GB
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Quantity Surveyor Opportunities

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor

Vacancies: Multiple opportunities available

Location: Plymouth, Devon + Hybrid Working Arrangements

Compensation: Competitive + Benefits

Role Type: Full time / Permanent

Role ID: SF

At Babcock we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Quantity Surveyor at historic Devonport Royal Dockyard – home of the biggest naval base in Western Europe and a vital support for the Royal Navy for over years.

At Babcock we have a true culture of opportunity – with business contracts that last decades and structured career development pathways that can take you in all kinds of directions; you will grow, develop, and achieve more than you ever thought possible. There has never been a better time for you to join Babcock Marine.

Quantity Surveyor Opportunities

As a Quantity Surveyor, you’ll have a role that’s out of the ordinary. We have opportunities for Quantity Surveyors to work on a wide range of projects. As a Quantity Surveyor, you’ll be at the heart of some of the UK’s most critical defence infrastructure projects. Whether you’re early in your career or bringing years of experience, this is your opportunity to contribute to national security while growing professionally. You’ll help ensure commercial excellence across high-impact contracts, supporting projects that protect our nation and contribute to global peacekeeping efforts.


What you’ll do:

  • Driving strategic cost planning by developing robust pre-tender estimates and evaluating design alternatives.
  • Delivering insightful financial reporting to support project and client decision-making.
  • Shaping project budgets in collaboration with subcontractors and internal teams.
  • Supporting high-stakes contract negotiations to secure favourable commercial outcomes.
  • Monitoring financial performance and recommending corrective actions to maintain profitability.

What you’ll need:

  • Relevant degree or equivalent experience in quantity surveying or a related discipline.
  • Professional membership or accreditation (e.g., RICS) is advantageous but not essential.
  • Strong knowledge of building and construction practices.
  • Experience with Ministry of Defence (MOD) contracts.
  • Proficiency in NEC3 or NEC4 contract frameworks.
  • Specialism in a relevant field such as Civils, Building, Mechanical or Commercial.
  • A drive to own and shape your career development journey.
  • Background in project management.

Security Clearance

The successful candidate must be a sole UK national who is able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at .

What we offer

  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
  • Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
  • Employee share scheme
  • Employee shopping savings portal
  • Payment of Professional Fees
  • Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
  • Holiday Trading – buy or sell up to one working week of annual leave
  • ‘Be Kind Day’ – one paid day a year for volunteering
  • Flexible working options
  • A dynamic working environment
  • Excellent development opportunities and employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing
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