Job Description 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. n 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
Why join Barhale?
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 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
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, e
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Barhale is an exceptional employer that prides itself on its family values and commitment to employee development. With over 40 years of experience in the civil engineering sector, we offer a supportive work culture that fosters growth and innovation, alongside competitive benefits tailored to enhance your career as a Pipe Fitter Mains Layer. Join us in a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued and you can make a meaningful impact on vital infrastructure projects across the UK.
