Young Person Quantity Surveying

Severn Trent; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company is offering a Young Person Quantity Surveying Work Experience Placement in Derby from February 9th to 12th, 2026. This opportunity is designed for young individuals aged 14 to 18, allowing them to discover the world of quantity surveying, develop skills in communication and problem-solving, and build confidence in a professional environment. Participants will gain experiences valuable for their future careers while engaging in a research trial to assess the impact of work experience on youth skills.

Qualifications

• Must be aged between 14 and 18 years.
• Interest in quantity surveying and work experience.

Responsibilities

• Explore quantity surveying where engineering meets finance.
• Learn to manage budgets and plan costs.
• Attend meetings with contractors and review designs.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Confidence

Time Management

Organisation

Job description

Young Person Quantity Surveying, Work Experience Placement – Derby, 9th‑12th February 2026

Company: Severn Trent Water

Location: Derby, Derbyshire, United Kingdom

Date Posted: 2025‑12‑09

Valid Through: 2026‑03‑09

Employment Type: FULL‑TIME

Description

Young Person Quantity Surveying, Work Experience Placement – Derby, 9th‑12th February 2026

Location: Severn Trent, Raynesway West Service Road, Derby DE21 7BE

Date – Monday 9th to Thursday 12th February 2026 (4 days)

Who it's for: Young individuals between 14 and 18 years old, interested in work experience

What's This All About?

Interested in how big projects stay on budget and on track? In this placement, you'll explore the world of quantity surveying, where engineering meets finance. You'll learn how we plan costs, manage budgets, and make sure projects deliver value for money. You may get involved in reviewing designs, attending meetings with contractors, and understanding how decisions affect both cost and construction. This is a fantastic opportunity to see how quantity surveyors keep projects running smoothly and discover a career that combines technical knowledge with problem‑solving and commercial awareness.

What You'll Learn:

• Communication – Talking and listening clearly
• Teamwork – Working with others to get things done
• Problem Solving – Thinking through challenges
• Confidence – Sharing your ideas and asking questions
• Time Management – Staying organised and focused
• Organisation – Keeping things tidy and on track

Who Will Support You?

You'll be guided by friendly staff who will help you settle in, answer your questions, and make sure you get the most out of your time with us.

What You'll Take Away:

• By the end of your placement, you'll have a clearer idea of what it's like to work in a professional environment.
• New skills you can use in school and future jobs.
• Great experiences to talk about in interviews or on your CV.

Important Notice – Research Trial Participation

This work experience opportunity is part of a research trial conducted by Severn Trent in partnership with Ipsos and the Youth Futures Foundation. The trial aims to understand how work experience impacts young people's skills and future career outcomes. By applying for this placement, you are also consenting to take part in the research trial. This involves your application data being used for research purposes and you may be invited to complete short surveys or interviews (participation is optional).

If you are under 16 years old, you must upload a signed parental consent form with your application for it to be considered.