Senior Quantity Surveyor

About Us

Here at United Utilities our mission is to deliver high-quality water for a more prosperous, greener and healthier North-West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. United Utilities is proud to be ranked #4 in The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of and to belong to.

The role

We have a great opportunity for Senior Quantity Surveyors to join our team in Commercial. In this role, you will support the successful delivery of UU's business needs by providing a professional quantity surveying service, encompassing one or more of the core areas of procurement and contract management. This service is to be undertaken in accordance with high professional standards and business principles in compliance with regulatory and company procedures and policies. You will engage with operational and senior stakeholders, supporting the alignment of business strategy and policy to deliver category plans, as well as ensuring contractual compliance and proactively managing contractor performance throughout the contract period ensuring optimum value for money for UU. The role requires the individual to work within a team environment and be competent at presenting data and outcomes to the Commercial Manager and UU Stakeholders. You will manage a quantity surveying team of varying levels of experience, and will have responsibility for the professional development of the individuals within the team. We champion flexible ways of working. In-person attendance is required three days per week to promote the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, alongside flexibility of hours to support work-life balance. Initially, you may be expected to attend more frequently to familiarise yourselves with the site, the team, and your role. United Utilities offer dynamic and long-lasting options that will help you grow professionally and personally and you will have the chance to enhance your skill, knowledge and experience in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you are passionate about making a positive difference for the North West of England and want to join us on our journey of transformation, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and become part of the UU family!

Key Accountabilities

Key deliverables of the role and key focus areas our Capital Delivery Quantity Surveyor will be required to carry out & such other duties as may be reasonably required:

• To deliver or support the commercial function by delivering projects within the category plan ensuring optimum value for money for UU, either individually, or as line manager of a quantity surveying team.
• Engage with operational and senior stakeholders; support the alignment of business strategy and policy to deliver category plans
• Ensure contractual compliance and proactively manage consultant performance throughout the contract period
• Acting as a subject matter expert
• Managing the conflicting business priorities of various stakeholders
• Provide support and timely escalation to the Commercial Manager and/or Managing Quantity Surveyor.
• Ensure compliance of the business strategy and policy
• Proactively manage and mitigate commercial and business risk
• Provide commercial expertise and guidance
• Ensure collaborative working across the commercial directorate
• Work collaboratively with the regulatory procurement team, to ensure delivery of compliant procurement.
• Produce and maintain quality commercial / contractual data
• Accountable for contract administration throughout the project lifecycle
• Establish and maintain appropriate contract and supplier relationship management
• Commercially manage a portfolio of Services contracts to ensure that they are delivered in accordance with the contracted terms and conditions and that all issues are mitigated and managed to protect UU commercial interests.
• Manage post-contract commercial processes and procedures to deliver key commercial requirements on projects. These will include early warning and change management; cost forecasting; payments; cost auditing and agreement of final accounts.
• Negotiate and resolve contract claims/disputes and support senior managers in the resolution of escalated issues
• Maintain contract data with a high degree of accuracy to support robust management information and reporting

Skills & Experience

• Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent ; alternatively sufficient relevant experience to support the requirements of the RICS Professional Experience Route
• Achieved or working towards chartered membership of a relevant institution (e.g. Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors)
• Experience of managing large volumes of contracts including change management through to completion
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft functions including but not limited to MS Excel, MS Word, MS Powerpoint
• Knowledge of key quantity surveying processes, tools and methodologies used across the whole project life-cycle
• Knowledge of various programming/scheduling methodologies within the construction environment, and analytic skill in the assessment of same
• Knowledge and experience in the use of NEC suite of contracts
• Strong commercial negotiation and resolution skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders

Other

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll join a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution. These include:

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service, in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover.
• A 10.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme

We are excited to offer you a flexible and hybrid working model that lets you balance your work and life. You can choose to work from our main sites close to Warrington, Manchester, Liverpool, Preston and Kendal, or from any of our other hubs across Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Merseyside, Lancashire and Cumbria. We want you to enjoy the benefits of working with us wherever you are. Other We believe in empowering you to achieve your aspirations and dreams, both in your work and in your life. To help you achieve your goals, we offer a variety of voluntary benefits that you can select according to your needs and preferences.

• Onsite gym and physio lounge with instructor-led gym classes and dedicated physiotherapist, onsite childcare and nursery, free parking and EV charging points, dedicated multi-faith/prayer rooms and free Warrington bus service for UU colleagues – Warrington only
• MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions.
• Best Doctors
• Salary Finance
• Wealth at Work courses
• Deals and discounts
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Mental health first aiders
• ShareBuy
• MORE Choices flexible benefits
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

Further Information If you would like any further information about us and the benefits of joining our team here are some helpful links:

UU benefits: https://www.unitedutilities.com/corporate/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits-of-working-for-us/ Pension information: https://www.unitedutilities.com/corporate/careers/pensions/ UU careers: https://www.unitedutilities.com/corporate/careers/ Data privacy: https://www.unitedutilities.com/privacy/

Selection Process Details – Your application will go through the following stages of assessment:

• Pre-sift - We will check that your CV meets the essential/eligibility criteria listed in the Skills & Experience section of this advert. On your CV, please clearly show how you meet the criteria above.
• Sift - Your CV will be reviewed by UU hiring managers to determine eligibility for interview.
• Interview - If invited to interview, you'll be assessed against the sift categories in the Skills & Experience section of this advert. Feedback - Feedback will be provided post-interview. If successful, your application will be considered for offer. Please note feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview.