Quantity Surveyor

Join Our Team as a Quantity Surveyor!

Are you ready to make a significant impact on a major infrastructure project? We’re looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic East West Rail team in St Neots, Cambridgeshire. Here, you’ll collaborate with an experienced group of professionals, playing a vital role in managing the commercial aspects of this exciting project.

Location & Working Conditions

• Location: St Neots with travel between Bedford and Cambridge – hybrid working
• Hours: Permanent Full-time, 45 hours per week (some flexibility available)

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

Your Responsibilities

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be instrumental in delivering commercial excellence. Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Assisting with contract valuations and ensuring timely and accurate applications for payment.
• Leading sub-contractor management from enquiry through to completion, including compiling enquiries, analyzing tenders, and drafting orders.
• Collaborating closely with the project manager on cost control and forecasting site expenditure.
• Identifying and raising contract changes through Early Warnings and Compensation Events.
• Providing leadership and support to junior commercial staff, aiding in their development.

What We’re Looking For

This role is perfect for someone who:

• Holds a Degree, HNC, or similar qualification in Quantity Surveying.
• Has prior experience in a Quantity Surveying role, ideally with a Tier 1 main contractor.
• Is proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and enjoys working with data.
• Builds strong relationships and communicates confidently with diverse teams.
• Is organized, manages time effectively, and can juggle multiple priorities.

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 flexible working options.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, making our workplace diverse and inclusive is a top priority. We value the unique experiences of our employees and are committed to continually improving our initiatives. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria will be offered an interview.

We can’t wait to see your application and welcome you to our team! #joinkier