Assistant Quantity Surveyor

September 7, 2021 | Comments Off on Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Basingstoke (& the South)

Business Unit: Kier Mechanical & Electrical

Contract: Permanent, full time

Kier Mechanical & Electrical (KME) has an exciting opportunity for an individual to join its highly successful commercial team. To be able to specialise in the Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health (MEPH) sector gives the individual a unique skill set, with technical and commercial understanding in an industry where reliance on services is paramount and brings buildings to life with Smart technologies. The added benefit of being part of Kier is that we are at the forefront of Technology, using Modern Methods of Construction (MMoC), while setting Social and Sustainable standards. A company that truly makes safety, wellbeing, environmental and social responsibilities the heart of how we operate.

KME are an internal MEP self-delivery business within the Kier group, supporting the internal regional businesses across the UK and the Strategic Projects business on complex and challenging projects that range from £5m to £80m. The business has a full design, construct and commissioning capability. The business has been operating for over 50 years with a track record for delivering on developing staff, repeat business and successful projects.

Key Responsibilities
As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will work as part of an integrated team focusing on the commercial and preconstruction functions of the KME business to deliver projects in accordance with the commercial standards, policies and ethics the business has, in a timely and accurate manner. You will work on monthly reporting, valuations, variations, subcontract documents, risk, opportunity and forecasting.

What do we need from you?
You will be qualified or working towards degree level or equivalent in quantity surveying with a willingness to learn and undertake self-development. Ideally, you will have previous experience in a commercially focused environment and understand the importance of risk management and forecasting.

What will you receive?
You can expect a competitive salary and an outstanding package that includes a company car or allowance, private healthcare, a matched pension scheme up to 7.5%, 26 days' annual leave + bank holidays (with the opportunity to buy or sell holiday) together with two employee Share Scheme options (Sharesave and Share Incentive Plan). To find out more about the rewards and benefits at Kier, click here

Make the journey. Leave a legacy.
Being part of Kier means living our values of being Collaborative, Trusted and Focused. We all have the potential to shape our world, and it's through these values that we will leave a lasting legacy. Bring your talent and ambition to Kier and you will be given the scope and opportunity to invest in your own future, to build your expertise and contribute to a rich and diverse culture.

Kier is committed to creating supportive and inclusive opportunities for all of our applicants and employees. We appreciate applicants from all backgrounds and we specifically encourage those from underrepresented communities to apply. If you'd like to learn more about our commitments to diversity and inclusion at Kier, you can contact the team by emailing InclusiveRecruitment@kier.co.uk


If you require any reasonable adjustments during any part of the application process please let us know so we can discuss and arrange these.

Closing Date: 7th October 2021

Please note, interviews may take place before the closing date, and we reserve the right to close applications early.

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