Senior Quantity Surveyor - #2131718

Dalkia UK (Scotland)


Date: 1 hour ago
City: Glasgow
Salary: £50,000 - £75,000 / year
Contract type: Full time
Work schedule: Full day
Dalkia UK (Scotland)
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.

About the Role

Dalkia UK is seeking an experienced and driven Senior Quantity Surveyor to support our commercial projects team. In this role, you'll manage all cost-related aspects of our contracts—from initial calculations to final account—ensuring profitability and effective cost control.

You'll work closely with internal teams and our supply chain to manage risk, improve margin, and maintain our reputation for quality and accountability. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced, values-led organisation at the forefront of the energy and engineering services sector.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage all commercial elements of major projects in line with Dalkia processes.
  • Conduct feasibility studies and understand customer requirements.
  • Monitor and control subcontractor accounts, including applications, variations, and payments.
  • Provide accurate forecasting of final accounts and cash flow.
  • Identify and manage commercial risks throughout project lifecycle.
  • Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders on financial matters.
  • Prepare and deliver timely and accurate project reports, forecasts, and valuations.
  • Monitor all project costs including labour, materials, and subcontractors.
  • Maintain compliance with Health & Safety regulations.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

  • Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
  • Strong commercial awareness and risk management skills.
  • Confident communicator with proven stakeholder engagement experience.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to manage workload across multiple projects.
  • Understanding of Health & Safety implications in commercial environments.

Desirable:

  • Background in Mechanical & Electrical quantity surveying within building services.
  • Experience managing multiple concurrent projects.

Who You'll Work With

Internal: Project Managers, Engineers, Designers, Buyers, Estimators, and Health & Safety teams.

External: Clients, subcontractors, and supply chain partners.

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.

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