Established in 2013, Sapphire Utility Solutions has quickly become the partner of choice for many clients across the UK in our chosen markets. We provide award winning services to the clean water, wastewater, gas, multi utilities and the highways sector. We are passionate about working alongside our client’s and partners to maintain the utility services essential to modern life throughout the UK. Due to company growth, Sapphire Utility Solutions are looking for a professional Commercial Data Analyst to work within our highways division based out of our offices on site. You will also have responsibility for some traffic management within the role. Your role will be to manage best practice to maximise value and minimise risk and cost. Location: Andover Hours: 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday Salary: £35,000-£38,000 per annum (depending on experience) Responsibilities – But Not Limited To Manage Operational team in daily commercial and contractual aspects Responsible for commercial performance and cost data analysis Ensuring proper contractual administration of contract/project assigned, including value and cost control, and maintenance of records Accurately value works undertaken and where necessary provide records to substantiate cost Able to travel on occasions Produce reports and monitor efficiencies Overseeing sub-contract activities and costings Responsible for performing data analysis Manage inbox Ensure a good working relationship is made and maintained between the Operations Team Resolve queries from the Operational Team/Commercial Manager Provide support on invoices/po's Maintaining of our electronic and document files, general administration Experience Required For The Role Good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of products, excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel Strong commercial and financial acumen Strong knowledge of contracts Strong desire to maintain client relationships whilst not compromising contractual entitlement Strong communication and inter personal skills Enthusiastic and energetic approach to people and projects Forward thinking and keen to develop smarter delivery of work Commercially and financially aware Able to work under own initiative Well organised Highly motivated Good communicator Takes responsibility Ability to work under pressure Positive attitude towards problem solving Essential Qualifications Ideally a HNC in Quantity Surveying or similar Undergraduate degree in Quantity Surveying or similar advantageous Minimum 2 years experience in utilities or civils industry desirable What You Will Get In Return In joining Sapphire Utility Solutions as part of the Lanes Group - the UK’s largest independent provider, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that prioritises the well-being, growth, and safety of our employees. Through continuous training, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment that values every individual's unique contribution, we empower our team to uphold the highest standards of integrity, collaboration, and inclusivity. What We Offer Company Pension Death in Service 25 days holiday allowance plus bank holiday Company Car or Car allowance This position is open to Internal and External candidates. Any internal candidates currently employed within a division of the Lanes Group must complete an Internal Application form and submit to recruitment. The Lanes Group plc comprises of a range of established service providers subsidiaries, which complement the specialist service of Lanes, by both work type and geography. Increasing our overall capability, assets and offering to our customers. Lanes - https://www.lanesgroup.com/ Lanes I - https://lanes-infra.com/ SUS - https://sus.co.uk/ Clearflow - https://www.clearflowltd.com/ AQS - https://aqsenvironmentalsolutions.ie/ We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community Strictly no agencies please SAP5