Quantity surveyor
British Solar Renewables
Company Overview
British Solar Renewables (BSR), privately held
Shepton Mallet, Somerset, United Kingdom
2010
Approximately 150 employees (source: leadiq.com).
What They Do
British Solar Renewables (BSR) specializes in the development, construction, operation, and maintenance of utility-scale solar parks, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and onshore wind projects. The company has established itself as a fully integrated independent power producer, delivering over 900MW of solar projects that power more than 200,000 households annually. BSR's technology focus includes hybrid projects that optimize land use and energy output, integrating solar, BESS, and wind technologies to enhance resilience and capacity factors (source: britishrenewables.com).
BSR's services encompass the entire project lifecycle, from site identification and design to construction and long-term operations. The company has developed significant partnerships, including power purchase agreements (PPAs) with major corporations like Shell and HSBC, which further solidifies its position in the renewable energy market. Additionally, BSR is exploring green hydrogen production, showcasing its commitment to innovation and sustainability (source: ukhea.co.uk).
Target markets for BSR include UK landowners, farmers, investors, and industrial off-takers across various sectors such as industry, transport, and heating. The company has also expanded its geographic presence internationally, with operational plants in the Northern Territory, Australia, indicating a strategic move towards global renewable energy solutions (source: britishrenewables.com).
Projects & Track Record
BSR has completed notable projects such as Shotwick Solar Park, Batchelor Solar Farms, and Preston Solar Park, contributing to a total operational capacity of over 900MW solar and 120MW storage across more than 60 solar parks. The company is currently managing a significant portfolio of ongoing projects, including a 609MW portfolio of 12 solar and co-located solar-BESS sites, which is financed by a £345 million debt facility secured in 2024. This portfolio is expected to generate approximately 600GWh annually, providing energy for around 160,000 homes and reducing CO₂ emissions by 140,000 tonnes each year (source: britishrenewables.com).
BSR's strategic partnerships with key clients and stakeholders, including PPAs with Shell and HSBC, have been instrumental in its growth and project success. The company collaborates with module and inverter manufacturers, as well as landowners, to develop hybrid sites that maximize efficiency and output. This collaborative approach, combined with financial backing from ICG Infrastructure, positions BSR as one of the UK's largest integrated solar and storage developers, with over 700MWp built to date (source: ukhea.co.uk).
Recent Developments
In the past two years, BSR has achieved significant milestones, including securing financial close on a £345 million debt facility for its 609MW solar-BESS portfolio, marking one of the largest hybrid financings in the UK renewable sector. This financing validates BSR's scale and capability as a leading platform in the industry. Additionally, the acquisition of a majority stake by ICG Infrastructure in July 2022 has provided the company with growth capital, allowing it to expand its operations and project portfolio without disclosing specific terms (source: cbinsights.com).
Despite these advancements, there have been no reported mergers, additional funding rounds, or awards in recent sources beyond these key developments. BSR continues to focus on its core mission of delivering sustainable energy solutions while maintaining its commitment to community engagement and environmental stewardship (source: bsrstretchford.co.uk).
Working There
BSR offers a diverse range of roles across various departments, including engineering, ecology, project management, planning, construction, operations, and maintenance. The company emphasizes a full-lifecycle model for its solar, wind, BESS, and hybrid projects, supported by a team with decades of experience in the renewable energy sector. Hiring primarily occurs at its Shepton Mallet headquarters and various UK project sites, reflecting the company's commitment to local job creation and community involvement (source: britishrenewables.com).
BSR's company culture is characterized by a mission-driven approach, with a strong focus on collaboration with landowners and communities. The team is dedicated to long-term project stewardship and fostering relationships that benefit both the company and the regions in which it operates. While specific employee benefits packages are not publicly documented, the emphasis on local engagement and sustainable practices is evident in BSR's operations (source: bsrstretchford.co.uk).
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Job Description
British Solar Renewables is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to take ownership for the subcontractor tender process & construction cost management for a 150MW solar and 60MW BESS project.
The successful candidate will support in the building of construction project budgets, producing variance reports on a timely basis and supporting other teams around the business.
This role is an 18-month Fixed-term Contract based in Scunthorpe 4 days per week. Travel to Shepton Mallet, Somerset once a month for monthly contact day is essential.
What you will be doing
- Turn subcontractor tendering into smart commercial decisions, supporting the team to appoint the right partners for each project.
- Assist with project budgets and cost plans, keeping the numbers clear, accurate and useful.
- Give senior stakeholders the weekly cost insight they need to understand progress, risks and opportunities.
- Keep payment processes moving smoothly, from reviewing claims to issuing payment certificates.
- Spot cost pressure early and help project teams make practical decisions before small issues become expensive ones.
- Manage variations with confidence, keeping scope, spend and expectations aligned.
- Get out onto sites to understand progress first-hand and bring practical commercial judgement to live project delivery.
- Build trusted relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams so commercial conversations stay clear and constructive.
- Turn accurate cost data into lessons that improve current reporting and strengthen future project budgeting.
Experience you'll need
- Experience as a qualified Quantity Surveyor would be an ideal background for this role, especially in commercial construction or renewable/electrical projects.
- Alternatively, commercial project delivery management in construction or similar fields would offer relevant experience.
- Experience with ICP appointment desired, but not essential.
Skill you'll have
- Confident with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel & MS Project
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Understanding of the commercial construction environment
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team
- Good time management skills
- Full UK driving licence
What you'll get from BSR
- Monthly social events such as team lunches, breakfasts, volunteering and a Christmas and Summer party.
- Hybrid working options.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption policies.
- An annual bonus scheme to recognise your hard work.
- Employee referral scheme
- Supporting you beyond work with our Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support.
- One funded professional membership per year.
- 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the option to roll over up to 5 days.
- Long service recognition scheme
- Private health insurance
- Life insurance
- Pension
Our Commitment: We're proud to be a workplace where individuality is valued. If you're motivated by our purpose and feel you could contribute, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every requirement.
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About the role
June 25, 2026
June 25, 2026
Contract position
Hybrid
Company
- Shepton Mallet, United Kingdom
- Scunthorpe, United Kingdom
Qualified Quantity Surveyor or relevant commercial project delivery management experience
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