Supply Chain Quantity Surveyor Graduate (Sep 2025)

Job description

BAE Systems does offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, however, it is expected on our Graduate programme you will be required to attend your site 3 days per week. Please note, this may be subject to change in line with the needs of the business. The hybrid working arrangements including which days you are required to work on site/remotely will be outlined by your line manager.

What you will be doing

As a Graduate, You will be operating in a programme environment, this role is positioned within the Category D, Shipbuilding organisation, responsible for the delivery of all onsite subcontracted services to the Type 26 Global Combat Ships programme.  The role holder will directly support the Senior Quantity Surveyor/ Quantity Surveyor and Contract Manager(s) for the successful implementation, management, coordination and delivery of all CAT-D Site works in accordance with the obligations and philosophy of the specific NEC4 forms and BAE Systems specific forms of contract.

Duties and responsibilities

• Meets the governance requirements of the business and our customers.
• Support pre-contract duties such as compiling Invitation To Tender (ITT) packs, Tender Analysis and commercial negotiations.
• Ensure commercial aspects of sub-contract accounts are managed from procurement to final account agreement(s) 
• Support in assessing the Subcontractor's Application For Payment (AfP) and issue interim Payment Certificates (with supporting Payless notices, where applicable).
• Assist Contract Managers in planning, forecasting and subsequently reporting project commercial performance.
• Monitor progress on site, carry out measurements, measurement reviews and audits of delivered materials, plant and equipment.

Skills

• As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.

Opportunities for growth and development 

• We encourage employees to explore projects beyond their primary responsibilities, providing them with diverse experiences. With a wide range of products and a multinational presence, there are ample opportunities for employees to engage in various projects and initiatives.

Community Involvement

• In addition to professional development BAE Systems value community engagement. Employees are encouraged to participate in community projects, STEM initiatives, and employee resource groups, offering valuable learning experiences outside of their regular roles.

Retention and career development

• Recognising the importance of retaining talented individuals, we offer sponsorship, career development support, and high-potential development programs. These initiatives aim to help employees plan their careers effectively and provide opportunities for accelerated development for those who demonstrate aspiration, ability, and performance.

Benefits

• You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance, and a company contributed Share Incentive Plan.
• You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work, and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.
• On commencement of employment you will be paid a one-off non-consolidated lump sum payment of £2,000 (the “Welcome Payment”).
• The Welcome Payment is subject to the normal deductions and will be paid with your first salary payment.
• This provides you with the perfect opportunity to ease your transition, whether this be relocation cost, securing housing, ensuring smooth and reliable transport needs, or anything to help kick-start your career in BAE Systems.

Qualification requirements    

• As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Procurement, General Engineering, Manufacturing, Project Management, Economics, Finance and Accounting, Supply Chain, Society Politics and policy and Business Management.