Senior Quanity Surveyor

Southern Water • Worthington, MN

50d • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re expanding our commercial team to deliver Southern Water’s most ambitious capital programme to date. As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll play a pivotal role in managing cost, procurement, and contractual governance across large-scale projects that make a real difference to communities and the environment.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in construction or quantity surveying.
• Demonstrable experience in commercial management on large-scale infrastructure, utility, or construction projects.
• Strong commercial acumen and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts and commercial strategy (pre- and post-contract).
• Ability to influence stakeholders and work collaboratively across teams.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in utilities or water sector.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key commercial partner, providing expert advice on cost management, procurement, and contractual strategy.
• Support the full commercial lifecycle—from feasibility and procurement through to change control and dispute resolution.
• Ensure governance, compliance, and control across all commercial activity.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and contractors to set realistic cost targets and contractual terms.
• Drive continuous improvement in managing commercial risk and delivering value for customers and stakeholders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees