Job Description

Are you early in your career or working in procurement or commercial roles and looking to develop your skills in a position that makes a real difference?

At Severn Trent, our purpose is taking care of life’s essentials. We’re investing over £6 billion into our capital programme to deliver the infrastructure our customers and communities rely on every day.

With a programme of this scale, we’re growing our Capital Commercial team and are looking for Assistant Quantity Surveyors to join us in our Coventry, Derby and Shrewsbury offices.

This is a great opportunity to start or build your career in a supportive environment, whether you’re already in an assistant role or looking to transition into the sector.

WHY IS THIS ROLE DIFFERENT


This isn’t just an entry-level role or a traditional procurement position.

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor at Severn Trent, you’ll gain hands-on experience across both procurement and project delivery, helping you understand how commercial decisions directly impact large-scale infrastructure projects.

In this role you will:

• Develop experience across sourcing, contract management and project delivery
• Work closely with project managers, engineers and supply chain partners
• Gain practical exposure to cost management, commercial processes and contracts
• Be supported with structured development and opportunities to achieve professional qualifications

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you’ll support the commercial delivery of projects and contracts, building your confidence and capability across a wide range of activities.

You’ll work under the guidance of a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager, developing your ability to take on more responsibility over time.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Supporting the commercial management of low complexity projects and contracts
• Assisting with sourcing activities, supplier engagement and tender processes
• Supporting negotiations and preparing commercial information
• Reviewing supplier costs and helping ensure value for money
• Supporting contract administration, payments and reporting processes
• Maintaining accurate commercial records and ensuring compliance with processes
• Working with stakeholders across project teams and supply chain
• Supporting the resolution of commercial and contractual queries

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE


We’re looking for people with the right attitude and potential, not just construction experience.

You might come from:

• Procurement or category management
• A business, finance or commercial background
• A construction or engineering environment
• An apprenticeship, graduate programme or early career pathway
  
  

Experience:

• Some exposure to procurement, commercial or project environments
• Experience working with suppliers or supporting sourcing activity is helpful
• A willingness to learn and develop in a structured environment
  
  

Skills and approach:

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with a range of stakeholders
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills
• A proactive and positive attitude
• Curiosity and willingness to learn
• An interest in how commercial decisions impact projects and outcomes
  
  

Qualifications:

• Working towards or interested in a professional qualification such as CIPS or RICS
• Degree or equivalent experience 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.

With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you’ll get being part of the Seven 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

WHATS 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.

And if your curiosity has peaked and you're wanting to find out even more, search  #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media.

Ps. we’ll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date - so keep an eye on your phone and emails!