Senior Quantity Surveyor - Hybrid & Site-Based Projects

Dalkia Energy Services Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dalkia UK is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial and contractual management of multiple high-value engineering projects in the Leeds region. You will report to the Regional Commercial Manager and ensure profitable delivery while maintaining strong client relationships and contractual compliance.

The role involves advising project teams with commercial insight, managing risk, and driving value through procurement and contract administration.

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in Quantity Surveying (BSc, MSc, HND or equivalent).
• Significant Quantity Surveying experience in M&E, building services, refurbishment or infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contracts.
• Experience managing subcontract procurement, commercial reporting, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Excellent commercial acumen and the ability to influence project and business decisions.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with clients and senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the commercial and contractual management of allocated projects.
• Produce accurate cost reporting, forecasts and financial performance reviews.
• Prepare and negotiate client valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Lead subcontract procurement, negotiations and account management.
• Manage commercial risk, change control and contractual compliance.
• Work collaboratively with operational and design teams to identify commercial opportunities and mitigate project risks.
• Provide commercial support and guidance to Project Managers and senior stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners.
• Support continuous improvement across commercial processes and project delivery.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Leadership

Client relationship management

Contractual awareness

Risk management

Communication

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

COINS

SAP

Oracle

Navision

Job description

Dalkia UK is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial and contractual management of multiple high-value engineering projects in the Leeds region. You will report to the Regional Commercial Manager and ensure profitable delivery while maintaining strong client relationships and contractual compliance.

The role involves advising project teams with commercial insight, managing risk, and driving value through procurement and contract administration.