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Are you an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to take full ownership of larger, more complex infrastructure projects?
At Severn Trent, we’re investing over £6 billion into our capital programme to deliver critical infrastructure that supports millions of customers and communities.
To deliver this, we’re growing our Capital Commercial team—and we’re looking for Senior Quantity Surveyors to join us in our Coventry, Derby and Shrewsbury offices.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll act as the lead commercial representative across a portfolio of projects, taking full accountability for commercial performance from inception through to final account.
You’ll typically manage larger or more complex projects, operating independently without day-to-day Senior Commercial Manager support, and leading commercial decision-making across your portfolio.
You’ll Make An Impact By
- Leading the end-to-end commercial management of capital projects and frameworks
- Acting as the primary commercial point of contact for project teams and supply chain partners
- Drafting, negotiating, and managing NEC4 contracts (Options A, C and E)
- Leading negotiations on contracts, compensation events, and final accounts
- Taking ownership of commercial risk management and project outcomes
- Challenging costs, identifying efficiencies, and driving value for money
- Making independent commercial decisions aligned to project objectives
- Managing complex commercial issues and resolving disputes
- Providing guidance and mentoring to Quantity Surveyors and early career professionals
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What You’ll Bring To The Role
We’re looking for experienced professionals who are confident operating independently and leading commercial outcomes.
Experience
- Proven experience operating at Senior Quantity Surveyor level
- Strong track record of delivering larger or more complex projects
- Significant experience managing NEC contracts and commercial risk
- Experience leading negotiations and managing contracts end-to-end
Skills & Approach
- Strong commercial judgement and decision-making capability
- Ability to lead, influence and challenge at all levels
- Confidence managing ambiguity and complex project environments
- Ability to operate independently and take accountability
- Passion for delivering value and continuous improvement
Qualifications
- Degree qualified (or equivalent experience)
- RICS (or working towards) desirable
What’s In It For You
Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.
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With That In Mind, Here Are Just Some Of Our Favourite Perks That You’ll Get Being Part Of The Severn Trent Family
- 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 additional days per year)
- Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 depending on company performance)
- Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
- Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
- Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
- Family friendly policies
- Two volunteering days per year
WHAT’S NEXT?
We can’t wait to hear from you.
Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare. If you’re not too sure about what you need to do, or have a question about the role before applying, please do reach out to our amazing team of recruiters at recruitment@severntrent.co.uk.
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