Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We're on the lookout for a passionate Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic Kier Places – Building Solutions South team in the vibrant 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.
Your Opportunity
This is an exciting chance to be part of our Building Solutions South team, working on a secured environments project with a key client. You will play a crucial role 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 are looking for someone who is collaborative, proactive, and eager to grow in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Your Responsibilities
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be integral to our Building Solutions South team, focusing on achieving exceptional commercial outcomes. 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 are organized, detail-focused, and able to work collaboratively towards shared goals
* You are comfortable using IT packages, including Microsoft Office, and are eager to continue your professional development
Rewards and Benefits
We take pride in offering our amazing team a wide variety of benefits tailored to your needs. Explore the opportunities that await you!
Diversity and Inclusion
At Kier, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority. We are proud of the progress we've made, but we know there’s always more to do. Our employees play a vital role in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives, using their experiences to influence 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 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.
We can’t wait to see your application and hope you’ll #joinkier!