Commercial Manager
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.
Dalkia Engineering is a leading M&E installation and engineering business delivering high-quality building services and engineering solutions across healthcare, defence, government, aviation, industrial and infrastructure sectors. As part of our exciting growth plans, we are expanding our presence and undertaking a large project in the Milton Keynes area and are seeking an ambitious and commercially astute Commercial Manager to play a pivotal leadership role in this project.
This is a unique opportunity to work directly with the Regional Director, helping shape and grow a new regional operation while driving commercial performance across a complex and high-value project.
What you'll be doing;
As Commercial Manager, you will take ownership of the commercial strategy, governance and performance of this project. You will lead all commercial activities from pre-construction through to final account, ensuring the project is delivered profitably while protecting margins, managing risk and supporting sustainable growth.
It is a hybrid role between the Milton Keynes site, home and the office in London, Moorgate.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the commercial function across multiple projects and programmes.
- Developing and implementing regional commercial strategies aligned to business objectives.
- Managing revenue, margin, cash flow and cost control performance.
- Reviewing project budgets, forecasts, CVRs and final accounts.
- Managing variations, claims and contractual entitlements.
- Supporting major tenders and negotiated opportunities.
- Reviewing contract terms and risk profiles.
- Leading dispute resolution and commercial negotiations.
- Building and developing a high-performing commercial team.
- Working closely with operational leaders, clients and supply chain partners to drive successful project outcomes.
What you'll bring;
Are you an experienced commercial leader with a proven track record within the M&E sector?
You'll bring:
- Significant experience in a senior commercial leadership role within an M&E installation organisation.
- Experience managing commercial performance within a region generating approximately £30m turnover.
- Strong understanding of JCT and NEC contracts.
- Degree qualification (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying.
- Excellent commercial acumen, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- The ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on when required.
- Strong leadership skills with experience developing and managing commercial teams.
If you're a commercially driven leader looking for the next challenge in your career and want to play a key role in our business, we'd love to hear from you.
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.
