KBR, Inc.
Senior Quantity Surveyor
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Senior Quantity Surveyor
KBR’s rapidly growing nuclear team of teams is working at the forefront of the UK’s nuclear space on some of the most exciting new-build, defence and decommissioning programmes. KBR was recently named a “Great Place to Work-Certified”* company, an honour that underscores the company’s commitment to being a UK employer of choice for people who want to do work that matters.
Due to the nature of our work and security requirements, KBR does not offer sponsorship for this role. We can only consider applicants with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom.
Position Summary
- Reporting to the commercial manager, providing commercial support and management to the project commercial team
- Ensuring that all aspects of project contract administration are undertaken in a timely and accurate manner
Key Responsibilities
- Subcontract procurement & management, and general project commercial actions
- Management & coaching of junior project commercial staff
- Production and management of procurement schedule
- Delivery and accountability for the:
- Procurement of framework Subcontractors
- Internal and external project commercial targets
- Engagement with project stakeholders
The Person – Accountabilities
- Ensure the accuracy of data communicated and reported to all stakeholders
- Ensure the procurement files are maintained to a professional standard
- Ensure the project team are providing key contract documents in a timely manner
- Be the single point of contact for the supply chain during the procurement process
- Highlight any current and potential issues to the commercial manager
- Maintain compliance with approved processes, procedures and project executive plans
- Active contribution to continuous improvement of the functional quality and performance of Quantity Surveying
- Work in compliance with the Collaborative Management Plan
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Qualifications and Experience
- Supervisory/management experience within a project commercial team
- Knowledge and/or experience of the procurement/management of Subcontracts
- BSc in a related subject or equivalent experience
- Chartered member to a recognised organisation (RICS or CIOB) (an advantage, but not essential)
- Excellent knowledge of commercial aspects of civil and infrastructure projects
- Experience of a Contract Management System (e.g., CEMAR)
- Capable of obtaining (or currently holds) UK Nuclear industry clearance
Note on Legal Standing
Due to the nature of our work and security requirements, we can only consider applicants with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom. KBR does not offer sponsorship for this role.
About KBR
KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies worldwide accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. Rooted in ONE KBR Values:
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We Value Our People
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- We prioritise collective focus and teamwork over individual achievement. Our collaborative efforts strengthen us into a better, stronger, more effective company.
KBR embeds environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles into every operation and function. As a result, we operate safely, sustainably, and equitably while assisting our customers in achieving their sustainability goals.
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Worldwide, KBR employs approximately 29,000 people, serving customers in over 80 countries with operations in 40 countries.
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