Job Description
Join Our Team as a Quantity Surveyor!
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We’re on the lookout for a Quantity Surveyor to become a vital part of our Kier Places – Building Solutions South team, based in the beautiful locations of Salisbury, Basingstoke, or Southampton.
Location:
Salisbury / Basingstoke / Southampton
Hours:
40 hours a week
Please note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to work on a secured environments project with a key client. You’ll be instrumental in delivering high-quality construction projects valued between £5m - £15m. Collaborate with our experienced team to ensure commercial success and foster strong client relationships. We’re looking for someone who is collaborative, proactive, and eager to grow in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Your Responsibilities:
As a Quantity Surveyor, you’ll play a key role in achieving exceptional commercial outcomes on our projects. Your daily tasks will include:
* Managing project finances to maximize gross margin and support budgeted profitability
* Tendering, evaluating, and appointing subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers
* Measuring, valuing, and agreeing work to support invoicing and payments
* Identifying and negotiating contract variations with clients and the supply chain
* Producing monthly commercial reports and accurate cost forecasts
What We’re Looking For:
This role is perfect for you if:
* You have experience in a similar quantity surveying role within construction
* You hold a relevant qualification (degree or HNC in Quantity Surveying is desirable)
* You possess strong communication skills and enjoy building relationships with diverse teams
* You’re organized, detail-focused, and able to work collaboratively towards shared goals
* You’re comfortable using IT packages, including Microsoft Office, and are eager to continue your professional development
Rewards and Benefits:
We’re proud to offer our amazing team a variety of benefits tailored to your needs. Explore the opportunities that await you!
Diversity and Inclusion:
At Kier, creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we know there’s always more to do. Our employees play a crucial role in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives, and their experiences help us refine our policies.
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.
Due to the nature of this role, you will also be required to complete a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check. 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 great at Kier.