Senior Quantity Surveyor

Dalkia; Thornaby-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Dalkia UK is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial management on complex E&I and construction projects in the North East. You will drive cost control, forecasting and contract administration, ensuring profitability and risk management across the project lifecycle.

The role requires strong NEC/JCT knowledge, subcontract procurement experience and excellent stakeholder management. A relevant degree and RICS status or progress toward chartership are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience as Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor in Electrical & Instrumentation, Engineering, Industrial, Energy, Utilities or Construction.
• Strong knowledge of NEC and/or JCT forms of contract.
• Experience managing subcontractor procurement, valuations, payments and final accounts.
• Strong track record in cost control, forecasting, budgeting and commercial reporting.
• Ability to identify, manage and mitigate commercial risk while maximising opportunities.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive approach with the confidence to work independently and influence project performance.
• RICS membership or progress towards chartership would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Own the commercial management of projects from contract award through final account.
• Prepare and manage CVRs, project forecasts and monthly commercial reports.
• Administer client contracts and ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Procure and manage subcontract packages, including valuations, variations and payments.
• Lead change management processes and negotiate variations with clients and subcontractors.
• Monitor project costs, cash flow and profitability to drive commercial success.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks while maximizing opportunities.
• Support project teams with commercial advice and guidance.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, supply chain partners and key stakeholders.
• Mentor and support the development of junior commercial team members.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Contract management

Cost control

Forecasting

Budgeting

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Independent working

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying

RICS membership or progress towards chartership

Tools

NEC/JCT forms of contract

Job description

About Dalkia UK

At Dalkia, we're driven by a shared purpose: tackling climate change and building a better, more sustainable future. We bring together talented people who share knowledge, challenge each other and grow together.

Backed by EDF, Britain's biggest generator of low carbon electricity, we're a people-first culture. With 5,000+ employees and £600m+ turnover, we combine the strength of a major group with a great culture, innovative mindset and inclusive values making Dalkia a great place to work and grow your career.

We're looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our growing Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) business in the North East.

Working alongside operational and commercial teams, you'll play a key role in the successful delivery of complex industrial, energy, process, and infrastructure projects. From contract award through to final account, you'll provide commercial leadership, protect project profitability, manage risk, and help drive successful project outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute Senior QS who enjoys working in a fast-paced project environment and wants to be part of a business delivering essential engineering solutions across some of the UK's most challenging sectors.

You will bring:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within Electrical & Instrumentation, Engineering, Industrial, Energy, Utilities, or Construction sectors.
• Strong knowledge of NEC and/or JCT forms of contract.
• Experience managing subcontractor procurement, valuations, payments and final accounts.
• A strong track record in cost control, forecasting, budgeting and commercial reporting.
• The ability to identify, manage and mitigate commercial risk while maximising opportunities.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive approach with the confidence to work independently and influence project performance.
• HNC, HND or Degree qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline.
• RICS membership or progress towards chartership would be advantageous.

What You will be doing

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll take ownership of the commercial management of projects from contract award through to final account, ensuring commercial objectives are achieved whilst supporting successful project delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the commercial performance of Electrical & Instrumentation projects across the North East and wider UK.
• Preparing and managing Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), project forecasts and monthly commercial reports.
• Administering client contracts and ensuring contractual obligations are effectively managed.
• Procuring and managing subcontract packages, including valuations, variations and payments.
• Leading change management processes and negotiating variations with clients and subcontractors.
• Monitoring project costs, cash flow and profitability to drive commercial success.
• Identifying and mitigating commercial risks while maximising opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supporting project teams with commercial advice and guidance.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, supply chain partners and key stakeholders.
• Mentoring and supporting the development of junior commercial team members where required.

Our Values

People First – It starts with health, safety and wellbeing

Better Together – A collaborative team

Trusted Partners – Dedicated to our clients' success

Taking Responsibility – Making a positive difference

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We're committed to an inclusive and fair recruitment process. If you need any adjustments please let us know, in confidence, our team is here to support you.