Over the past twelve years, Louise has risen from an entry-level administrative post to become one of our most trusted commercial leads, guiding multi-million-pound power-infrastructure projects and inspiring colleagues at every stage of their careers.
Turning perseverance into progress
“Louise started with JSM as a Technical Assistant and progressed to a fully qualified Quantity Surveyor due to perseverance, hard work, and dedication. Her quality of work is exemplary.” Grant Packham, Group Commercial Director, JSM Group
Louise’s career trajectory is proof that grit and ambition open doors. In 2015, already juggling demanding project duties, she enrolled part-time at university to pursue a BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying. Five years later, she graduated with First-Class honours, having gained hands-on experience every step of the way. That blend of academic excellence and real-world know-how now underpins her leadership on complex frameworks for key clients.
Delivering commercial certainty for critical infrastructure
Whether overseeing live site changes or negotiating variations, Louise is relentless in protecting project value:
- Proactive change management – Meticulous capture of on-site variations ensures accurate, timely client communication and approval
- Robust risk management – Clear processes minimise commercial exposure and safeguard margins
- Data-driven forecasting – Louise’s operational tracker, adopted company-wide, now monitors every project from award to final payment
The results speak for themselves: strengthened stakeholder trust and repeat business with blue-chip clients.
Championing diversity and new ideas
“Diversity of thought plays a huge role in creating a thriving workplace, particularly when the workplace changes month on month or even week on week due to the operational nature of our business. Louise plays a pivotal role in providing innovative solutions across our project portfolio.” Constance Dickie, Corporate Affairs Director, JSM Group
In a traditionally male-dominated sector, Louise’s presence challenges norms and enriches decision-making. Her ability to look at entrenched problems from a different angle has unlocked more efficient delivery models, leaner reporting cycles, and collaborative commercial-operational workflows that benefit every stakeholder, from on-site teams to board-level sponsors.
Advocating development at every career stage
“I’ve had the privilege of working alongside Louise throughout her journey at JSM, from her early days as a Commercial Administrator to her current role as a lead Quantity Surveyor. At each stage, she’s shown an unwavering commitment to growth and excellence. It’s been incredibly rewarding to support her development over the years, and now to see her mentoring others with the same care and dedication. Louise is a brilliant example of how investing in people at every stage of their career pays dividends for the whole business.” Jack Whitlock, Associate Director – Electrical Operations, JSM Group
Louise believes talent grows fastest when knowledge is shared. She actively mentors graduate surveyors, apprentices, and newly-hired commercial staff, tailoring one-to-one sessions on contract law, cost forecasting, and negotiation. Colleagues credit her calm, approachable style with accelerating their confidence and competence.
Looking ahead
As JSM scales its power-infrastructure portfolio to meet Britain’s net-zero ambitions, Louise’s expertise will be instrumental in translating strategic vision into sustainable, commercially sound delivery. Her story, of continual self-investment, innovation, and inclusive leadership, mirrors the culture we strive to cultivate across our organisation.
Thank you, Louise, for showing what’s possible when dedication meets opportunity.
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