About Barhale
Barhale is a business founded on family values. Established 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 design, civil engineering and maintenance services across multiple sectors.
We operate as a tier one partner for blue chip, regulated and private clients, working on large frameworks, joint ventures and alliances, as well as standalone projects. Our long-term relationships are built on delivering Barhale values, which have been integral to our business since 1985.
Our direct delivery model places people at the center of what we do. We robustly source, train and retain frontline delivery teams, as well as management and support services. We employ over 1,200 employees nationwide.
We possess specialist skills to support our civil engineering and infrastructure activities, including:
* Tunnelling
* MEICA
* Temporary and permanent design
* Steel-fabrication
* Signs (design and fabrication)
* Health & safety equipment and products, including PPE
Company Website
https://www.barhale.co.uk/
Company Showcase Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFqsoclCUZA
Why 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 business strategy, ethos and philosophies.
* Job security, long-term secured work through various frameworks and large infrastructure schemes
* A broad range of civil engineering and mechanical and electrical schemes across some of the UK’s largest infrastructure projects and clients
* Strong career progression as demonstrated by our track record in promoting from within, as we believe this is a key driver of our success
Quantity Surveyor
The Role
The Quantity Surveyor will provide commercial support to project teams, maintaining commercial information and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and the Company’s ‘Three Pillar’ objectives. They will liaise with customer representatives and other third parties on commercial issues, including agreement of variations, claims and any additional payments. Barhale’s civil engineering and infrastructure projects vary in value, complexity and duration, from established frameworks to bespoke projects and unplanned emergency works. With projects ranging from £200k to £10m+, you will be essential in driving cost efficiency and providing a high standard of commercial analysis. The role will involve daily demonstrated commercial acumen, by identifying, recording, tracking and realising commercial opportunities while mitigating business risk.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting
* Ensure robust, accurate and timely cost and value reporting at both project and business unit levels
* Ensure accurate cash flow reporting
* Carry out cost management, including forecasting
* Update the monthly CVR, cost and commercial plans
Processes
* Help ensure that internal commercial processes are adhered to across the business unit
* Actively seek to improve processes and procedures
* Hold a good understanding of the processes and procedures used by any JV/Alliance, and assist in their development and improvement
External relationships
* Help ensure that any main contracts entered into have terms and conditions appropriate for Barhale, with commercial risks identified
* Ensure that the supply chain is engaged with the correct contract terms and conditions
* Build and maintain good client relationships
* Be responsible for subcontract letting, negotiation and financial accounting
* Prepare applications for payment
* Liaise with the client, client representatives and other third parties on commercial issues, including agreement of variations, claims and additional payments
Internal relationships
* Contribute towards effective interaction between the Commercial Team and the operational site teams
* Work with site management to forecast predicted spend and cash recovery, ensuring alignment with targets
* Share best practices with others and advise site teams on costs and their management
Key Measures and Targets
* Accurate monthly forecasting
* Ability to challenge resources and costs
* Maintain deadlines in line with the monthly commercial calendar
Key Relationships
* Commercial Manager/Managing Quantity Surveyor and the Commercial Team
* Business Development and Bid Managers
* Site Teams
* Clients
Essential
About you
* Previous experience in the construction industry
* HND/degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying
* Familiarity with ICE/NEC forms of contract and knowledge of Construction Law
* Experience in commercial management and procurement of subcontractors, including chairing meetings, measurement and control cycles, certificates, and accruals calculations
* Knowledge of monthly reporting and earned value analysis
* Knowledge and experience in estimation and cost analysis
* Excellent communication, numeric and computer literacy skills; proficient in Microsoft Office
* Excellent organisation and time management skills, with the ability to work to tight deadlines
* Ability to work effectively in a team and delegate, but also work on own initiative
Desirable
* Member of RICS or other relevant professional body, or working towards
* CSCS card
Caring and investing in you
Barhale has embedded values for over 40 years and is committed to investing in people. As a Gold Investors in People company and a Sunday Times 100 Best Company to Work For, we support well-being and career aspirations, offering a range of benefits and development opportunities.
* Competitive salary
* Company Pension
* Life Assurance
* Private Medical
* Profit share scheme
* 25 days of annual leave plus 8 public holidays and loyalty days
* 8 hours leave of absence for volunteering
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice
* Company car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (depending on position)
* Leadership & management training and coaching
* Regular line management engagement and appraisal
* Internal and external training development
* Continuous service awards
Would you like to know more?
Please contact our Recruitment team via careers@barhale.co.uk
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