Quantity Surveyor

Company Description

SOLETANCHE BACHY INTERNATIONAL is a specialized ground engineering construction company based in Rueil-Malmaison, France, with projects in diverse geotechnical environments. The organization focuses on complex foundation and underground works, offering technical expertise and innovative solutions for infrastructure and civil engineering projects. Team members collaborate on international projects that require high standards of safety, quality, and environmental responsibility. Working at SOLETANCHE BACHY INTERNATIONAL provides the opportunity to contribute to challenging projects while developing professional skills in a supportive, engineering-focused environment.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Quantity Surveyor role based in Cayenne. The Quantity Surveyor will manage project costs from initial estimates to final accounts, ensuring financial efficiency and alignment with contractual obligations. Daily tasks include preparing and reviewing Bills of Quantities (BOQ), monitoring budgets, tracking variations, and preparing cost reports for project stakeholders. The role involves close collaboration with project managers, engineers, and procurement teams to support cost planning and control, as well as participation in contract administration and commercial negotiations. The Quantity Surveyor will also contribute to risk assessments and provide recommendations to optimize project value while maintaining compliance with company standards and local regulations.

Qualifications

Must be fluent in both french and english. Additional languages are added values.

• Cost Control and Cost Management skills to monitor budgets, assess financial performance, and support commercial decisions.
• Experience with BOQ preparation, measurement, and verification to ensure accurate quantities and transparent project documentation.
• Cost Planning capabilities to develop estimates, forecasts, and cash flow projections aligned with project scopes and timelines.
• Cost Reporting skills to produce clear, timely financial reports and variance analyses for internal and external stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, procurement processes, and standard methods of measurement.
• Proficiency with relevant software tools (e.g., Excel, cost management or estimating systems).
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Professional experience in construction or ground engineering projects is an advantage. Ki