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Quantity Surveyor (2510)

South West Water
Full-time
On-site
Exeter, United Kingdom
Quantity Surveyor
At South West Water we believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid, stable foundations - with a vision and a culture that gives them the freedom to change, improve and innovate.
We’re proud to be responsible for providing reliable, efficient and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area.
And we have huge ambitions.
Not only are we committed to reaching net-zero by 2030, but we’ve also partnered with Wildlife Trusts, National Parks and local partners to help ensure a better future for generations to come.
So, if you want to be part of a diverse team where opportunities flow and fresh ideas are welcomed, #JustAddWater.

Would you like to work within a high-performing team where your skills and experience will make a real difference? Would you like to use your knowledge and experience to progress a trusted and collaborative company that focuses on the future?

We are seeking an experienced and skilled individual to join our team as a Quantity Surveyor based in Exeter. Joining us on a full-time permanent basis, you will receive a competitive salary of £30,000 per annum plus excellent benefits.  As a Quantity Surveyor you will be responsible for monitoring and analysing costs across a range of operational contracts, minimising any potential or future liabilities and focussed on providing value for money.

What you’ll be doing:

    • Analysis of all costs associated with all operational contracts.
    • Review and develop cost models to support any changing business requirements, contract renewals and commercial tender activity.
    • Produce cost and performance reporting support monthly contract reviews.
    • Challenge current processes and look for continual ways to improve efficiencies and cost control.
    • Management and review of any inflation indices and price increase requests.
    • Develop and implementation of processes that support cost control.
    • Provide financial budget, accrual and forecasting data on operational contracts to Finance
    • Provide an interface between Finance and Operations for financial related elements with contracts
    • Develop expertise in the costing operation of Pennon Group Contracts and New Engineering Contracts (NEC3 & NEC4).
    • Develop Whole Life Cycle costing models and contribute to developing and supporting related business processes.
    • Provide support and advice to the Commercial & Contract Manager and the wider Operations Management team as required.

What we are looking for:

    • Degree Qualified or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or similar qualification and holding Chartered status
    • Demonstrable track record of adding value through cost review
    • Commercial awareness
    • Organisational skills, self-motivating and ability to prioritise workload
    • Ability to work to tight deadlines, whilst ensuring accuracy
    • Ability to travel around the area in order to meet with internal teams and contractors
    • Ability to be an effective and flexible team member
    • Confidant with using MS Office – Outlook/Word/Excel
    • Analytical Skills
    • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
    • Previous experience of cost / financial analysis

What's in it for you:


      • At South West Water, we don’t all do the same job, but we each get out of bed in the morning knowing that every day is a chance to make incredible things happen, together. In return for our people’s hard work and commitment, we offer an excellent range of benefits:

    • Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
    • Buy or sell annual leave to offer you extra flexibility
    • Buy a bike and safety equipment tax-free, through our Cycle to Work scheme
    • We offer free car parking at the majority of our sites
    • Take up to 26 weeks’ additional maternity leave
    • Share your parental leave and split your time off to care for your child how you choose
    • Invest in Pennon Group plc through our employee share schemes
    • We support our people by offering a free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme
    • Look after your wellbeing with our Champion Health support platform
    • Enjoy free eye tests and discounts on frames and lenses at Specsavers
    • Enjoy access to thousands of deals and discounts on supermarkets, high street shops, online retailers, travel, eating out, cinemas, gyms and much more though Perkbox
    • A range of group discounts: The Dell Advantage Programme, Virgin Media Affinity Scheme, Vodaphone Advantage and more
    • A discretionary Bonus
    • Competitive Contributory Pension
    • And plenty more!
You are looking for a new challenge, please click apply now to be considered as our Quantity Surveyor  - we look forward to receiving your application.

Closing Date: 5th March 2025

Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.
 
Our core values which are essential to our success are:
 
Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.
Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.
Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.
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