Quantity Surveyor

Join Our Team as a Part-Time Quantity Surveyor!

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the water infrastructure sector? We’re on the lookout for a part-time Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic Southern Water team based in Falmer / Chatham. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work with occasional office visits!

Key Details

Location: Falmer / Chatham - Remote working available with occasional travel to the office required.

Hours: Part-time, 24 hours per week - flexible arrangements available, including job share options.

Note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.

Your Role

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be an essential part of our Commercial team, contributing to one of the UK’s most exciting water infrastructure programmes. You’ll be involved in a £3.1bn Strategic Development Partnership Framework, enhancing water supply and wastewater treatment across the region.

What Will You Be Responsible For?

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring, forecasting, and reporting project costs and values while preparing monthly and final payment applications.
• Supporting operational teams with contract compliance, value maximization, and cost-saving techniques.
• Assessing and processing subcontract payments in line with contractual and business requirements.
• Identifying changes and supporting change control procedures on projects.
• Liaising regularly with subcontractors and client commercial teams on financial updates and audits.

What Are We Looking For?

This role is perfect for you if:

• You have experience working on NEC contracts with Target Costs.
• You bring experience from the construction infrastructure, water, or civils industry.
• You possess excellent IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel, and have experience with Oracle and Causeway accounting systems.
• You have strong communication skills and enjoy building relationships with clients.
• You can attend the Falmer or Chatham office a minimum of three days per week (flexible arrangements welcome) and visit working construction sites in East Sussex/Kent.

At Kier, we value potential! Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply and have a conversation with us.

Why Join Us?

Explore the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover exciting career opportunities. There’s never been a better time to get involved!

Rewards and Benefits

We’re proud to offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Join us and discover the perks of being part of our team!

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority. Our employees play a crucial role in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives, and we’re committed to continuous improvement.

As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

We can’t wait to see your application! Join us at Kier and take the first step towards a rewarding career.