Quantity Surveyor

Kier Group plc.; Warrington; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm in the UK is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of a major long-term water infrastructure programme. You will be involved in cost control, financial compliance, and working with project teams to ensure successful project deliveries. Ideal candidates will have a qualification in Surveying and a solid understanding of financial data and cost management. The role offers an inclusive work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• A qualification in Surveying is required.
• Strong understanding of financial data and cost analysis is essential.
• Proficiency in Excel and IT skills is needed.

Responsibilities

• Support cost control, forecasting, and reporting across AMP8 projects.
• Assist with subcontract procurement and accounts management.
• Monitor costs, cash flow forecasts, and client payments.
• Support audits and financial compliance processes.
• Help resolve commercial issues and disputes.
• Collaborate closely with project teams.

Skills

Cost analysis

Financial data understanding

Excel skills

Collaborative work

Education

Qualification in Surveying

Job description

As a Quantity Surveyor you'll be working within United Utilities, supporting the delivery of Kier's United Utilities AMP8 Enterprise Framework Programme. This is an opportunity to work on a major, long-term water infrastructure programme, predominantly focused on wastewater treatment plants, including chemical removal schemes, bio-resource enhancements, reservoir compliance and bathing water projects. Your day to day will include:

Responsibilities

• Supporting cost control, forecasting and reporting across AMP8 projects
• Assisting with subcontract procurement, interim and final accounts
• Monitoring actual costs, cash flow forecasts and client payments
• Supporting audits, cost assurance and financial compliance processes
• Helping to resolve commercial issues, variations and disputed costs
• Working closely with Project Managers, Buyers, Planners and site teams

Qualifications

• Have a qualification in Surveying
• Have a good understanding of financial data, cost analysis and reporting
• Have strong Excel and IT skills with excellent numerical ability
• Have the ability to work collaboratively across project teams

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.