Lead Quantity Surveyor Pmc H/F ENGIE

Lead Quantity Surveyor PMC

Your mission
Within a Project Management Consultancy (PMC) assignment, the Lead Quantity Surveyor is responsible for the overall cost management, commercial control, and contractual oversight of the project, ensuring cost certainty, value optimization, and compliance with contractual and financial requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
The Lead QS coordinates commercial activities across all work packages (CSA, MEP, OFE, utilities) and supports the client in managing financial risk in fast-track, high-value DC environments.

Are you ready to make a difference? Then we look forward to meeting you!

What we offer

- Tractebel is more than a place to work. It's your chance to evolve alongside top experts on impactful projects around the world. It's an environment built on team spirit, where you can reach your highest potential.
- We actively support the development of our people, and the opportunities for growth within the ENGIE Group are wide open.
- We offer a competitive salary package including representation allowances, double paid holidays, meal vouchers, eco cheques, bonuses, hospitalization insurance, PC purchase plan, ENGIE stock options, and more.
- Our mobility plans are customizable to your needs, including a company car, train pass, bike lease, or combinations thereof. You can also swap your company car for the flexible and tax-friendly Belgian Mobility Budget!
- Tractebel participates in your home office expenses, through advantageous purchase programs and generous contributions to your internet and mobile plans.
- Holidays: 32 days with opportunity to buy 5 extra days.
- To celebrate our successes, and just have fun, we get together for team sports, afterworks, team -building activities, our annual party, and more.


Your key responsibilities

Commercial Strategy & Governance
- Establish cost management procedures, reporting structures, and governance within the PMC scope
- Ensure alignment with client commercial policies and contract requirements

Cost Planning & Budget Control
- Develop and manage the overall project budget and cost plan
- Monitor forecasts, commitments, and cash flow
- Identify cost risks, opportunities, and mitigation measures
- Support value engineering and cost optimization initiatives

Procurement & Contract Management
- Support procurement strategy and tendering processes for DC work packages
- Review commercial aspects of tenders, bids, and contract conditions
- Support contract negotiations and award recommendations

Change, Variations & Claims Management
- Assess variations, change orders, and claims from contractors
- Evaluate entitlement, pricing, and impact on budget and schedule
- Support negotiations and resolution of commercial disputes

Payment, Reporting & Financial Control
- Review and certify contractor payment applications
- Track final accounts and support financial close-out
- Prepare regular cost and commercial reports for the client and stakeholders

Data Center-Specific Responsibilities
- Manage fast-track and phased construction
- High-value MEP and CSA interfaces
- OFE and vendor-driven packages
- Coordinate closely with construction, engineering, and scheduling teams

Who you are

Education
- Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Engineering, or equivalent

Experience
- Proven experience as a Lead QS in a PMC / Owner's Engineer role
- Strong experience in Data Center projects is mandatory
- Experience managing large-scale, high-value, fast-track construction projects

Skills & Competencies
- English proficiency is mandatory
- Strong commercial and contractual expertise
- Excellent cost control, negotiation, and reporting skills
- Solid understanding of DC construction and procurement models
- Ability to manage multiple contracts and stakeholders
- Strong leadership and communication skills

Who we are
Ready to engineer your positive impact? Then join Tractebel, part of the ENGIE Group, and our 5,000 passionate experts around the globe, driven by shaping a more sustainable world every day. Make your contribution to carbon neutrality in markets like nuclear, renewables, power & gas, electrical grids, hydropower & dams, water resources & supply, desalination, complex & high-tech buildings, transport infrastructures, and ports & waterways.

Our top priorities are people, ethics, safety, and sustainability. With Tractebel, you are uniquely positioned to make a positive impact on global net-zero targets. The driving force behind reaching these goals is our greatest asset: you. Our people come first, and our strength is in our diversity. Because diversity leads to fresh perspectives that drive performance and innovation, we welcome all applicants and remain committed to an inclusive workplace.
Find out more about Tractebel, our activities and why you should

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in accelerating the energy transition. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are. Join us and be part of the adventure of the century!