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. With the flexibility of remote working and occasional office visits, this role is designed to fit your lifestyle!
About the Role
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a vital role in delivering one of the most exciting water infrastructure programmes in the UK. Join us in our £3.1bn Strategic Development Partnership Framework for Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8), where you’ll work on projects that enhance water supply and wastewater treatment sites, ensuring improved water safety, quality, recycling, and resilience for 2.5 million households.
Your Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Monitor, forecast, and report on project costs and value, preparing monthly and final payment applications.
- Support operational teams with contract compliance, value maximization, and cost-saving techniques.
- Assess and process subcontract payments in line with contractual and business requirements.
- Identify changes and support change control procedures on projects.
- Liaise regularly with subcontractors and client commercial teams on financial updates and audits.
What We’re Looking For
This role is perfect for you if:
- You have experience working with NEC contracts and Target Costs.
- You come from a background in the construction infrastructure, water, or civils industry.
- You possess excellent IT skills, especially 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 at least three days a week and visit construction sites in East Sussex/Kent.
At Kier, we value potential and welcome transferrable skills! Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply and have a conversation with us.
Why Join Us?
We offer a range of flexible working hours (24 hours per week) and the possibility of job sharing. Plus, we provide a variety of benefits tailored to your needs, ensuring you feel valued and supported in your career journey.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Kier, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our employees play a crucial role in shaping our diversity initiatives, and we are committed to continuous improvement. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure fair opportunities for all applicants.
There’s never been a better time to get involved! Take the first step towards a rewarding career with us and register your interest today!
We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier.
