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:
1. Analysis of all costs associated with all operational contracts.
2. Review and develop cost models to support any changing business requirements, contract renewals and commercial tender activity.
3. Produce cost and performance reporting support monthly contract reviews.
4. Challenge current processes and look for continual ways to improve efficiencies and cost control.
5. Management and review of any inflation indices and price increase requests.
6. Develop and implementation of processes that support cost control.
7. Provide financial budget, accrual and forecasting data on operational contracts to Finance
8. Provide an interface between Finance and Operations for financial related elements with contracts
9. Develop expertise in the costing operation of Pennon Group Contracts and New Engineering Contracts (NEC3 & NEC4).
10. Develop Whole Life Cycle costing models and contribute to developing and supporting related business processes.
11. Provide support and advice to the Commercial & Contract Manager and the wider Operations Management team as required.
What we are looking for:
12. Degree Qualified or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or similar qualification and holding Chartered status
13. Demonstrable track record of adding value through cost review
14. Commercial awareness
15. Organisational skills, self-motivating and ability to prioritise workload
16. Ability to work to tight deadlines, whilst ensuring accuracy
17. Ability to travel around the area in order to meet with internal teams and contractors
18. Ability to be an effective and flexible team member
19. Confidant with using MS Office – Outlook/Word/Excel
20. Analytical Skills
21. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
22. 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:
23. Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
24. Buy or sell annual leave to offer you extra flexibility
25. Buy a bike and safety equipment tax-free, through our Cycle to Work scheme
26. We offer free car parking at the majority of our sites
27. Take up to 26 weeks’ additional maternity leave
28. Share your parental leave and split your time off to care for your child how you choose
29. Invest in Pennon Group plc through our employee share schemes
30. We support our people by offering a free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme
31. Look after your wellbeing with our Champion Health support platform
32. Enjoy free eye tests and discounts on frames and lenses at Specsavers
33. 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
34. A range of group discounts: The Dell Advantage Programme, Virgin Media Affinity Scheme, Vodaphone Advantage and more
35. A discretionary Bonus
36. Competitive Contributory Pension
37. 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.