Quantity Surveyor

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.

Broad Description of Role:

Support the commercial function across allocated projects, ensuring accurate cost control, timely valuations, and compliant contract administration.

Personal Skills:

• A good team player
• Has the ability to work independently using own initiative when required
• Demonstrate time management skills, with the ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Willingness to support and learn from other members of the commercial team.
• Developing negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Comfortable in using commercial systems and digital tools
• Competent in MS Excel

Key Outcomes:

• Support the commercial management of MEP works across allocated projects, including procurement, cost reporting, and contract administration.
• Measure and value works (on site and from drawings) for valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Lead the procurement of subcontract packages including enquiries, bid analysis and negotiation
• Maintain financial and contractual control of subcontractor and supplier accounts
• Apply contract knowledge in day-to-day commercial management
• Manage scope changes including preparation of associated change submissions and valuations
• Support project forecasting and cost-value-reconciliation (CVR) reporting, in accordance with monthly timetable
• Assist with applications for payment, as well as cash flow and turnover forecasts
• Maintain good working relationships with clients, supply chain partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and registers (e.g. for variations, compensation events, early warnings, risk, etc)
• Contributes to risk and opportunity reviews as part of the project validation process
• Support client final account preparations and negotiations
• Supports the project's commercial strategy and profit recovery plans

Experience & Qualifications:

• Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent from experience (minimum 5 years)
• Experience of working within the construction industry ideally with a M&E contractor
• A working knowledge of JCT and NEC forms of contract.
• Experience in commercial management and procurement of subcontractors
• A good knowledge of monthly reporting
• Developing track record in cost control, reporting and subcontractor management.

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.