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 working 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.

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

Your Role

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be an integral part of our Commercial team, contributing to one of the most exciting water infrastructure programs in the UK. You’ll be working on projects that enhance capacity at water supply and wastewater treatment sites, improving water safety, quality, recycling, and resilience for 2.5 million households across the region.

What Will You Be Responsible For?

In this role, you will:

• Monitor, forecast, and report project costs and value while 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 Are We Looking For?

This role is perfect for you if:

• You have experience working on NEC contracts with Target Costs.
• You bring a background 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 at least three days per week (flexible arrangements welcome) and visit construction sites in East Sussex/Kent.

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

Why Join Us?

If you’re eager to explore the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities, now is the perfect time to get involved. Take the first step towards a rewarding career with us!

Rewards and Benefits

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

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority. We’re committed to continuous improvement and value the contributions of our employees in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives. 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 be part of something great!