HS2, Britain’s new high-speed railway is at peak construction. Balfour Beatty VINCI is HS2’s construction partner in the Midlands, responsible for delivering 90km of the route, from Long Itchington in Warwickshire to the centre of Birmingham and on to Handsacre in Staffordshire.
Now is a great time to join us and be part of a diverse team of nearly 9,000 people from over 80 nationalities working together to deliver major assets including bridges, tunnels and viaducts. Whether onsite or officed based all colleagues have a key part to play in delivering this critical transport infrastructure project.
Current Opportunity: Summer Placement - Quantity Surveyor
Locations Available: Coleshill, Water Orton & Lichfield
Role Responsibilities:
- Supporting the wider team with managing the costs of the project at various stages as well as supporting the effective engagement and management of our supply chain.
- Gathering data and undertaking research on current construction costs under supervision.
- Recording progress on site and helping prepare and maintain records.
- Collecting information required to specify procurement requirements.
Completing measurements of works and providing information on subcontractors performance.
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Essential Experience:
- Having a friendly, flexible approach to your working day and a willingness to learn will be essential for this role.
- You will have a basic knowledge of MS packages including Outlook, Word and Excel. Teams will also be used regularly, but can be trained on use.
- Enthusiastic and motivated individuals currently studying a Quantity Surveying degree in their 1st or 2nd Year of their degree programme and available for 8 weeks from 20 July 2026. Prioritisation will be given to candidates studying at a Midlands-based University or who are permanent residents within the area.
What you'll be doing:
As a Summer placement working on HS2, this is a unique opportunity to support your current studies at university and give you invaluable experience working on a Major Project. BBV intends to attract the best people to join our high performing teams and looking for individuals who want to be part of something extraordinary.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK to be considered.
Why Join Us:
Flexible working options
Free parking & travel allowance (where eligible)
Family-friendly policies
Excellent pension & healthcare
Wellbeing support & flu vaccinations
About Us
Balfour Beatty VINCI is a joint venture with over 30 years of experience delivering iconic infrastructure, including the Channel Tunnel, Crossrail, and upgrading some of the UK’s busiest motorways. On HS2, we’re building everything from viaducts and tunnels to bridges and embankments across the West Midlands.
Diversity & Inclusion
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming people from all backgrounds, abilities and neurodiversities. As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from candidates with disabilities.
Flexible Working
We’re open to discussing flexible working arrangements to suit your needs, aligned with project requirements.
