Senior Quantity Surveyor
Job ID: 10097055
Stafford
Permanent
Hybrid
Quantity Surveyor – High-Impact Projects, Hybrid Working, Local Focus
Capita Entrust is a multi-disciplinary consultancy specialising in the design, procurement, management and maintenance of public sector assets.
We deliver Architectural, structural engineering, MEP engineering, project management, cost management and CDM services to all areas of the industry. Most of our work is in the education sector supporting local authorities, academies and school across Staffordshire and neighbouring counties. Whilst education is our focus, we also operate in Blue Light, Health, Social Care and Regeneration.
We typically delivery projects ranging between £150,000 and £45,000,000 with most projects being around the £500,000 to £11,000,000 bracket ranging from classroom extensions to new build 2FE primary schools.
Due to a strong pipeline of work, we looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our service focussed property team at Entrust HQ in Riverway, Stafford. You’ll play a key role in managing costs and procurement across a variety of high-profile local government projects. With work predominantly based in the Staffordshire region, you’ll see the real-world impact of your efforts.
The role offers a flexible hybrid model, with three days in the office and/or site and the rest from home.
If you're ready to take on a varied and rewarding workload that truly makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Capita Entrust is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Job Description
What will you be doing:
Developing clear and insightful feasibility estimates and option appraisals to support strategic decision-making;
Producing accurate and detailed cost plans and pre-tender estimates that guide project budgeting and delivery;
Conducting thorough risk analyses to identify potential challenges and ensure proactive mitigation strategies;
Delivering comprehensive whole life cost assessments to support long-term value and sustainability;
Preparing tender documentation and managing the full tender process to ensure transparency and value for money;
Supporting contract administration, with opportunities to expand responsibilities as training and experience grow;
Contributing to project and programme management, with development pathways available based on experience;
Acting as Employer’s Agent on selected projects, with support and training to build confidence in the role.
Engaging with a wide range of stakeholders to ensure alignment, collaboration, and successful project outcomes.
What we're looking for:
Essential
Proven experience with NEC4 and/or JCT forms of contract.
Proficient in delivering full quantity surveying services (pre- and post-construction), including cost planning, tendering, contract prep, and cost management.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
RICS exempting or non-exempting degree.
Reasonable number of years’ experience in a quantity surveying role (including day release);
Desirable
Chartered status or working towards attaining chartered status with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS).
Experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the public sector (e.g. local/central government, NHS, education).
Background in education sector projects.
Experience working within a multi-disciplinary property team.
About Entrust
Entrust is a joint venture company between Capita and Staffordshire County Council and has supported educational establishments across England to improve outcomes since 2013.
‘Excellence in education’ is the heart of our business. Our passion is inspiring futures and improving outcomes for children, young people and adults.
We work in partnership with schools, academy trusts and Local Authorities to provide specialist expertise, ensuring every child and young person;
receives a good education; is in a safe and healthy environment; and is given expert guidance to realise their full potential.
We also work with clients across a range of other sectors including central government, health, and the private sector.
Our achievements are underpinned by our vision ‘to inspire futures’ by being Open, Ingenious, Collaborative and Effective. By building on our reputation for excellence and delivering what we promise, we want to help make every school in England a good school, ensuring every child and young person gets the education they deserve.
About Capita
Capita is an outsourcer, helping clients across the public and private sectors run complex business processes more efficiently, creating better consumer experiences. Operating across 8 countries, Capita’s 41,000 colleagues support primarily UK and European clients with people-based services underpinned by market-leading technology.
We’re a vital support service for our clients, enabling the everyday interactions that we expect to run seamlessly, to run seamlessly.
A publicly listed business with adjusted revenue of £2.6bn, Capita’s areas of focus are Central Government, Local Public Service, Defence, Learning, Fire & Security, Contact Centres and Pensions Solutions. We’re embracing change to respond to the ever-changing needs of society, creating better outcomes for all our stakeholders
What’s in it for you?
A competitive basic salary of £45,000 - £50,000
23 days’ holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave
The option to purchase more annual leave if needed
A high level of support on your career pathway either through study or networking opportunities
The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice
Auto-enrolment to our company pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks…and plenty more
Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology
Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform
On site parking is currently provided at Entrust HQ, Riverway.
You’ll get the chance to follow your chosen career path anywhere in Capita. You’ll be joining a network of experienced, innovative and dedicated individuals across multiple disciplines and sectors. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we’ll provide the support you need to do just that. Our purpose is to create a better outcome for you.
What we hope you’ll do next:
Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.
Equal Opportunities
At Capita, we’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, we want to hear from you if you’d like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process. Please email reasonableadjustments@capita.com or call 07784 237318 and we’ll get back to you to discuss. For more information about equal opportunities and the types of adjustments we can offer, please visit the Capita Careers website.
If you have a question that does not relate to adjustments during your recruitment process, please email our Talent Acquisition team - CPScareers@capita.com
About us
Capita is a consulting, transformation and digital services business. We deliver innovative solutions and simplify the connections between businesses and customers, governments and citizens. We're driven by our purpose: to create better outcomes – for our employees, clients and customers, suppliers and partners, investors, and society. We're committed to being a responsible business – in how we operate, serve society, respect our people and the environment, and deliver attractive returns to our investors.
Every day we help millions of people, by delivering innovative solutions to transform and simplify the connections between businesses and customers, governments and citizens. We partner with clients and provide them with the insight and cutting-edge technologies that give time back, allowing them to focus on what they do best and making people’s lives easier and simpler. We operate in the UK, Europe, India and South Africa and currently have 55,000 talented people working in our three divisions: Capita Experience, Capita Public Service and Capita Portfolio.
