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Datalec Precision Installations

Location:
United Kingdom, Buntingford

Category:
Construction

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Job Description:

As a Managing Quantity Surveyor at Datalec Precision Installations (DPI), you will lead a team of Quantity Surveyors and oversee all commercial and financial aspects of assigned data centre projects. Working closely with Project Managers and Operations Directors, you will be responsible for evaluating, negotiating, and managing commercial and contractual risks, ensuring DPI’s financial interests are protected and maximised. Collaborating and managing both internal and external stakeholders, you will lead and deliver commercially sound projects that are profitable and in line with DPI standards. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, capable of mentoring junior staff and driving commercial excellence across multiple projects.

Job Responsibility:

Report directly to the Head of Commercial, ensuring proactive cost control and commercial governance across all projects
Provide regular commercial updates and financial reports to the Head of Commercial
Prepare and deliver accurate monthly and ad-hoc financial reports aligned with required reporting periods, ensuring precise tracking of revenues, costs, risks and opportunities. Evaluate, negotiate, and mitigate commercial and contractual risks
Ensure timely and accurate reporting of cost forecasts, budget variances, and commercial KPIs
Escalate significant commercial risks or issues to senior management with recommended actions
Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and insights
Lead, manage, and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors, ensuring high performance and professional growth through the provision of objectives, responsibilities, and accountabilities, managing performance accordingly
Conduct regular one-to-one meetings, performance reviews, and appraisals
Identify training needs and support continuous professional development within the team, to support development plans and career progression
Allocate resources effectively across projects, balancing workloads and priorities
Foster a collaborative and supportive team environment aligned with DPI’s values
Oversee the bid process for future opportunities, ensuring commercial viability and risk mitigation
Oversee the financial performance of multiple concurrent projects
Lead the preparation and management of project budgets, forecasts and cost plans
Ensure accurate commercial assessment of bids and projects, identifying and managing risks
Perform full contract surveying duties, including variation assessments, final accounts, and dispute resolution
Develop procurement strategies and manage subcontractor agreements. Provide strategic procurement advice and support, including subcontract and material order preparation
Approve material purchase orders and subcontractor orders, contractual documents throughout the UK and EMEA and ensure we are compliant with local laws
Ensure compliance with contract terms and the timely issuance of notices
Attend and represent DPI in client meetings, maintaining strong professional relationships
Review monthly valuations, prepare Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) reports and profit and loss reports
Collaborate with Project Managers, Commercial and Operations Directors, and customers
Collaborate with project teams to ensure Health & Safety budgets align with project deliverables
Conduct regular project and post-project reviews, ensuring continuous commercial improvement through lessons learnt
Ensure compliance with internal business processes and Construction ERP systems, maintaining accurate project documentation and financial records, and ensuring accuracy in data
Lead and uphold Health and Safety standards for employees and third parties, ensuring compliance with company and legal requirements
Represent the business, upholding our core values and behaviours with all internal and external customers, clients and third parties
Maintain business and client confidentiality, adhering to applicable Data Protection regulations and Information Security Standards in line with company and group policies and procedures

Requirements:

Proven experience in a similar commercial or quantity surveying leadership role
Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field (preferred but not essential)
Strong leadership abilities, with proven ability to develop a team
Sector and Industry knowledge within the Data Centre and associated services environment
Demonstrated experience in managing both internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrated proficiency in commercial acumen and skills
Experience in evaluating, negotiating, and mitigating commercial and contractual risks
Excellent influencing and negotiation abilities
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Strong verbal and written communication skills
High level of numeracy and analytical thinking
Proficiency in ERP systems (ideally Eque2), SharePoint, and Office 365
Accreditations and certifications relevant to the level of the role
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel, as required

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 08, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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