Quantity Surveyor

QuantitySurveyor

Permanent
Ipswich/hybrid

Whowe are:

We’renot just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generatedispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world.Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader insustainable biomass and carbon removals.
You’llbe joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and businesschampions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, andworking hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

Aboutthe role:

Aspart of the Commercial Team, the Quantity Surveyor will;

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and pricing for EV installation projects andongoing services, covering design, supply chain, installation, and connectionworks.
• Review drawings, specifications and tender documents to produce clear billsof quantities and commercial pricing models.
• Evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations alongside Procurement andCommercial teams to ensure best value, compliance, and risk control.
• Partner with project and design teams to validate quantities, assess buildmethodologies, and ensure costs align with budgets.
• Support value engineering, cost optimisation and risk management to protectmargins and deliver against commercial KPIs.
• Engage confidently with internal and external stakeholders to ensure pricing,variations and cost reporting are transparent, competitive and client‑focused.

Whowe’re looking for:

Tobe successful in this role you’ll ideally have…

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Estimator within construction,grid connections, M&E, installations, energy or EV environments.
• Strong knowledge of construction and electrical systems, with a clearunderstanding of relevant regulations and standards.
• Experience in managing and executing standard construction contracts such asJCT or NEC 3+4.
• Advanced experience using estimating software and digital tools, with acontinuous‑improvement mindset for accurate and efficient cost management.
• A great attitude, very reliable, self-sufficient and confident

Rewardsand benefits:

Asyou help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to helpyou thrive and support your lifestyle. If successful in this role you’ll get:

• A discretionary bonus depending on company performance
• Private Healthcare
• SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time
• Personal accident cover
• Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10%
• Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays
• Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant andappropriate professional body

We’recommitted to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face.Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. Wework as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for thefuture. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations tocome.

Together,we make it happen.

AtDrax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valuedand respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we activelywork to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, andestablish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust neededforall colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no mattertheir background. Find out more about our approach here.

Talkto us about flexible working!

Wereserve the right to close roles early when the particular role and / orlocation has had sufficient applications.

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