Managing Quantity Surveyor

Location: Cordwainer

About Barhale Who are Barhale? Barhale 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:
Water Transport Built environment Energy We 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 own 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:
Tunnelling MEICA Temporary and permanent design Steel-fabrication Signs (design and fabrication) Health & safety equipment and products, including PPE Company Website:  Company Showcase Video:  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, mechanical and electrical schemes across some of the UKs 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 Role Profile:
Managing Quantity Surveyor Reporting to:
Commercial Manager/Regional Head of Commercial

Role Overview Managing Quantity Surveyors are integral members of project teams, providing daily commercial leadership and support to project delivery teams and senior management. The role drives commercial performance across civil engineering projects by delivering cost efficiency, high-quality commercial analysis and effective risk management in line with contractual and business requirements. Role Purpose To lead the commercial management of projects, ensuring accurate cost and value reporting, robust cash management, effective subcontract procurement and strong contractual control.

The role identifies and realises commercial opportunities while protecting the business from commercial risk and ensuring compliance with corporate governance and internal processes. Key Accountabilities Commercial Management & Governance Provide accurate and timely cost and value reporting at the project and business unit level to support Group reporting Draft, update and manage monthly CVRs, cost plans and commercial plans Ensure accurate cash flow reporting and forecasting Support and enforce compliance with internal commercial processes and governance requirements Actively seek to improve commercial processes and procedures Financial Performance Lead cost management and project forecasting activities Compile upstream applications for payment and manage project cash flow Prepare project applications for payment through to final account settlement Work with the wider project team to forecast predicted expenditure and cash recovery in line with business unit expectations Identify, record and realise commercial opportunities to enhance project performance Focus on driving value through subcontract procurement Contract & Risk Management Effectively manage main contract and subcontract agreements, primarily IChemE and NEC forms Ensure contract terms and conditions align with corporate governance requirements Identify, manage and mitigate commercial risks in conjunction with the project delivery team Manage contractual change, claims and additional payment discussions with clients and third parties Protect the business from commercial and contractual risk throughout the project lifecycle Undertake monthly on-site Commercial Inspections Leadership & Capability Provide commercial leadership and guidance to site and project teams Share best practices and proactively advise teams on cost management and efficiencies Support the development of commercial capability within project teams Demonstrate strong commercial acumen and problem-solving skills in day-to-day decision-making Stakeholder Management Liaise with clients, client representatives and third parties on commercial matters Lead engagement with the supply chain, ensuring appropriate contractual arrangements Build and maintain effective relationships with subcontractors and suppliers Work collaboratively with project delivery, finance and senior management teams…