Job Description
Join Our Team as a Senior Quantity Surveyor!
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We're excited to invite three talented Senior Quantity Surveyors to join our dynamic KierBAM team at the Plymouth – Devonport Royal Dockyard!
Location & Hours
Location: Plymouth – Devonport Royal Dockyard
Hours: 45 hours per week (some flexibility available—just let us know during our conversation!)
Please note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.
Security Clearance: Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required. This process can take up to 8 weeks. Candidates must hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years.
About KierBAM
KierBAM is a Joint Venture partnership between Kier and BAM Nuttall, currently engaged in an exciting redevelopment project at a Royal Navy site in Plymouth. This is your chance to play a vital role in managing all contractual and financial aspects of a significant construction project. Your expertise will directly contribute to the successful delivery of essential infrastructure in a secure environment.
Your Responsibilities
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be an integral part of the KierBAM team, focusing on the Royal Navy redevelopment project. Your daily tasks will include:
* Preparing detailed cost estimates, budgets, and financial reports while conducting cost planning and control throughout the project lifecycle.
* Reviewing and negotiating contracts, subcontracts, and variations, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
* Managing procurement processes, evaluating supplier bids, and preparing interim and final payment applications.
* Monitoring project progress, forecasting final costs, and identifying potential financial risks.
* Collaborating with clients, architects, engineers, and contractors while mentoring junior team members.
What We’re Looking For
This role is perfect for you if:
* You hold a degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or Civil Engineering, with professional accreditation such as RICS or CIOB preferred.
* You have at least 5 years of experience in quantity surveying within construction or infrastructure projects, ideally in the nuclear or defense sectors.
* You possess strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement methods, and cost control techniques, along with proficiency in quantity surveying software.
* You have excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships across diverse teams.
* You meet the eligibility criteria, including holding a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country and having resided in the UK for the past 5 years for security clearance purposes.
Rewards and Benefits
We’re proud to offer our amazing team a wide variety of benefits tailored to your needs. Join us and discover the perks that come with being part of KierBAM!
Diversity and Inclusion
At Kier, making our workplace diverse and inclusive is a top priority. We’re proud of the steps we’ve taken, but we know there’s always more to do. Our employees play a key role in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives, and their experiences help us improve our policies.
As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.
Due to the nature of this role and the work at this site, you will be required to complete a Government Security Check (SC) Clearance, which is conducted by the Cabinet Office's United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) agency. We treat applicants with convictions on a case-by-case basis and do not discriminate based on conviction history.
Ready to Join Us?
We can’t wait to see your application! Take the next step in your career and #joinkier.