Apprentice Quantity Surveyor - Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE3 6WTBarhale is a business founded on family values, having been established by our Chairman, Dennis Curran, in 1980. We are one of the largest privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialists in the UK, with over 40 years of experience in providing design, civil engineering and maintenance services working across multiple sectors including:WaterTransportBuilt environmentEnergyWe operate as a tier one partner for blue chip, regulated and private clients, working as part of large frameworks, joint ventures and alliances, as well as on individual standalone projects, developing long-term relationships based on delivering to the Barhale values, which have been integral to our business since their inception in 1985.Our direct delivery model is at the core of everything we do, as we believe that people are our greatest asset. Therefore, we robustly source, train and retain all our frontline delivery teams as well as management and support services. We employ over 1,200 employees nationwide.We possess a range of specialist skills to support our civil engineering and infrastructure activities, including:TunnellingMEICATemporary and permanent designSteel-fabricationSigns (design and fabrication)Health & safety equipment and products, including PPECompany Website:https://www.barhale.co.uk/Company Showcase Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFqsoclCUZAWhy join Barhale?As Gold Investors in People, we are committed to a high standard of people practices, creating an inclusive environment and ensuring cultural alignment to our business strategy, ethos and philosophies.Job security, long-term secured work through various frameworks and large infrastructure schemesBroad range of civil engineering and mechanical and electrical schemes across some of the UK’s largest infrastructure projects and clientsStrong career progression as demonstrated by our track record in promoting from within, as we believe this is a key driver to our successSkills Development and TrainingApprentice Quantity SurveyorThe RoleThe role of the Apprentice Quantity Surveyor is to liaise and support the Commercial Team and assist in the commercial management of projects in both the pre- and post-contract stages. The post-holder will demonstrate organisational and administrative skills with the ability to work as part of the overall Barhale Commercial Team, striving to achieve the Company’s ‘Three Pillar Objectives’.The Apprentice Quantity Surveyor will also work alongside the Quantity Surveyor, gaining knowledge on commercial expertise for projects to maximise returns by working within robust procedures to support the Commercial Manager and Project Managers.You will be working towards obtaining a Quantity Surveying degree, or equivalent, whilst undertaking your role. You will be given the time and support to undertake your studies.Barhale is one of three delivery partners within the Anglian Water Integrated Operational Solutions Alliance. IOS is a medium complexity, capital maintenance and enhancement, Civil and MEICA, design and build delivery unit working across Water and Water Recycling to support the successful implementation of the Anglian Water AMP 8 business plan.Key ResponsibilitiesGeneralCreate and send out weekly plant reports for projectsProduce and send enquiries to subcontractors, inviting them to tender and engage with the supply chainReceive and analyse quotations, liaising with Contracts Managers and Site Agents regarding price, proven history, availability, etc.Notify in writing both successful and unsuccessful subcontractors promptlyAssist the commercial team with producing a bill of quantity/activity schedule for payment purposesSupport the team in producing cash flow forecasts for internal and client purposesFacilitate monitoring and controlling income and expenditure on contracts, e.g., interim/final applications for payment/final accounts/payments for late monies, etc., liaising where necessary with the relevant people, e.g., engineers, clients, etc.Work together with the team to produce relevant monthly reports for the Commercial Manager, e.g., cost and value comparisons, turnover forecast etc., ensuring information is complete and accurate Tasks specific to the projectAssist with compiling new subcontractor ordersProvide support in compiling tender packages from client specifications and send them out to potential subcontractors and suppliersEnsure subcontractors and suppliers return tenders by the completion date, and follow up where lateAssist with collecting quotations for tender packages and creating Tender Quotation comparisons, highlighting all differences including price, specification, terms, lead times, etcKeep up to date with the plant on site and make sure it matches the daily record sheetsCollect and update specified areas of the Commercial PlanWorking with the team, put together an application for payment to the client, including all substantiationKeep track of subcontractor invoices and provide support with processing for paymentAssist Quantity Surveyors with updating forecasts and preparing supervision costs for various projectsContact suppliers to obtain proof of delivery of productsEnsure all daily site records are accurate and available for client inspectionWork with the team to prepare and print invoices from all Subcontractors for client Final Account auditsAssist with updating the weekly subcontractor payment forecastKey Measures and TargetsAccurate monthly forecastingMaintaining deadlines in line with the monthly commercial calendar Key RelationshipsAssistant Quantity Surveyors and Quantity SurveyorsManaging Quantity SurveyorSite teamsEssential: IT literate with the ability to effectively use the Microsoft Office package.Good written and oral communication skillsRelevant A-level qualifications are required for the apprenticeship.Strong numerical and analytical skillsStrong attention to detailExcellent organisational skillsDesirable: Interest in Contract LawCaring and investing in youOur values have been embedded at Barhale for over 40 years, and they are our guiding principle regarding how we care and invest in people. Our values are our commitment to being a people-centric company.As a Gold Investors in People company and a Sunday Times 100 Best Company to Work For, we are committed to investing in people. We are passionate about creating a working environment where people are supported throughout their careers, where people can enjoy security and be part of a company that cares about them.From the moment you join us, your well-being and career aspirations will be supported by;Competitive salaryCompany PensionLife AssurancePrivate MedicalProfit share scheme25 days of annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days8 hours leave of absence for volunteeringEmployee Assistance Programme to support your mental, physiological and financial wellbeingFlexible benefits via salary sacrificeCompany car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position)Leadership & management training and coachingRegular line management engagement and appraisal to support your career progressionDevelopment supported by internal and externally delivered trainingFlexible working arrangementsAnnual salary reviewContinuous service awards