Senior Quantity Surveyor x3

Join Our Team as a Senior Quantity Surveyor!

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We are excited to invite three Senior Quantity Surveyors to join our dynamic KierBAM team based in the stunning Plymouth – Devonport Royal Dockyard.

Location & Working Hours

Location: Plymouth – Devonport Royal Dockyard

Hours: 45 hours per week (some flexibility available—just let us know when you speak to us!)

Important Eligibility Criteria

• We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.
• Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required, which can take up to 8 weeks.
• Candidates must hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years.

Your Role

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a crucial role in managing all contractual and financial aspects of a significant construction project at a Royal Navy site. This is your chance to contribute to a high-profile redevelopment in a secure environment!

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, and financial reports while conducting cost planning and control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, and variations, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• Manage procurement processes, evaluate supplier bids, and prepare interim and final payment applications.
• Monitor project progress, forecast final costs, and identify potential financial risks.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and contractors while mentoring junior team members.

What We’re Looking For

This role is perfect for you if:

• You hold a degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or Civil Engineering, with professional accreditation such as RICS or CIOB preferred.
• You have at least 5 years of experience in quantity surveying within construction or infrastructure projects, ideally in the nuclear or defence sectors.
• You possess strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement methods, and cost control techniques, with proficiency in quantity surveying software.
• You have excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships across diverse teams.
• You meet the eligibility criteria for security clearance.

Rewards and Benefits

We’re proud to offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Join us and enjoy:

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, making our workplace diverse and inclusive is a top priority. We value the unique perspectives of our employees and are committed to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria will be offered an interview.

Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to complete a Government Security Check (SC) Clearance, which will be conducted by the UK Security Vetting agency. We treat applicants with convictions on a case-by-case basis and do not discriminate based on conviction history.

Ready to Make an Impact?

We can’t wait to see your application! Join us and be part of something extraordinary at KierBAM.