Senior Quantity Surveyor

Dalkia Engineering is pleased to offer an excellent opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor with a strong Mechanical and Electrical background to join our Specialist Services Team.

In this role, you’ll play an important part in supporting multiple nuclear sites across the North, providing hands-on commercial leadership across a variety of meaningful projects.

We’re flexible on location, and the role can be based in either Birmingham or Bolton, depending on what works best for you.

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact and be part of a supportive, knowledgeable team, we’d love to hear from you.

What We’re Looking For

• Extensive experience in commercial management and subcontractor procurement.
• Professional Qualification (e.g HNC/HND/Degree/Diploma) or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of monthly reporting processes and requirements.
• Ability to mentor, support, and positively influence other members of the commercial team.
• Proven experience within the construction industry, specifically with an M&E subcontractor, and a solid working knowledge of JCT and NEC forms of contract.
• M&E subcontracting background is essential.
• Demonstrable track record in cost control, reporting, subcontractor management, and change management.
• Experience working within live, operational environments is highly advantageous.
• Exceptional negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

What’s on Offer

Our people are our greatest asset. We’re committed to recruiting, training, and developing people, who can drive innovation and help shape the future of energy. We invest in nurturing talent, offer a competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package, and support continuous professional development at every level of the organisation.

• Hybrid working
• Pension Scheme
• Car Allowance
• Medical Health Cover & Life Assurance
• 25 days of annual leave, plus 1 additional day for your birthday
• Family Friendly policies (Enhanced maternity & paternity)
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• My Perks (after probation) interest free tech loans
• Real career progression opportunities.
• Discretionary annual salary reviews

What you’ll be doing

• Lead the commercial management of multiple Nuclear projects, including procurement, cost reporting, and contract administration.
• Measure and value works both onsite and from drawings, covering valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Prepare and submit Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and cost to complete assessments.
• Manage and maximise project cash flow.
• Produce accurate cash flow and turnover forecasts.
• Complete internal valuations, CVRs, and subcontract liability reports in line with accounting period schedules and deadlines.
• Prepare, negotiate, and agree final accounts with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Ensure full compliance with contract terms (NEC, JCT, etc.) and internal governance requirements.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, supply chain partners, and internal stakeholders

Diversity and Inclusion

At Dalkia, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to driving innovation and achieving a sustainable energy future. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive regardless of background, identity, or lived experience. We welcome applications from all individuals and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Together, we’re building a culture that reflects the communities we serve and supports the transition to a net zero world.

About us

Dalkia is a leading technical and energy services company in the UK. We are committed to building quality relationships to drive long term value for our clients. Backed by EDF, Britain’s biggest generator of low carbon electricity, we leverage the strength of our Group, without losing the personability of a smaller business. We’re a people-first culture.