Graduate Quantity Surveyor Review
at Balfour Beatty
Graduate Scheme
Construction, Surveying
Brighton and Hove
Review Submitted: October 2026
Overall Rating
4.5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4.5/5
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Overview of the Role
4.8/5
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Experience & Company Culture
3/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at Balfour Beatty?
Overall, I have had an overwhelmingly positive experience with Balfour Beatty. I had previously worked at another Tier 1 contractor where my experience was less pleasant and believe the way Balfour Beatty operate as being far superior.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
My role is managing packages of works and overseeing contracts and subcontractor payments. I enjoy valuing works out on site as it enables me to better understand how buildings are built from the ground up and the challenges that can arise from this.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
5/5
I feel very valued by my team and appreciate the level of responsibility I have been given.
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
4/5
The benefits outside of salary are generous and make the overall salary competitive.
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
5/5
I feel I am geared up very well to progress within the company and develop more as a Quantity Surveyor.
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
4/5
I feel the formal train is good however most of my skill set has come through experience on the job.
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
5/5
I cannot fault the levels of support I have been given by not just my own line manager but the rest of the team on the project.
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
Again, I cannot fault the work / life balance where I am able to work from home 2 days a week and get to choose these days around meetings / other commitments.
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
4/5
The culture is fairly relaxed where there is not a high pressure environment and a calm office atmosphere.
How would you rate Balfour Beatty initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
I have not experienced any issues with the above and feel Balfour Beatty champion this type of culture.
How would you rate Balfour Beatty CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
5/5
I have been involved in numerous social responsibility incentives, through volunteering and school visits.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I actively continue to praise the company and look for jobs for my peers to apply for.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
3/5
The recruitment process I did not like although I can understand why there are AI interviews at first, based on the number of applicants Balfour Beatty receive.
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Balfour Beatty?
Be comfortable with the concept of an AI initial interview.
