Building Operations Manager

7 days ago


Nelson, Lancashire, United Kingdom Barnfield Construction Limited Full time

Quantity Surveyor Role

About Barnfield Construction Limited

Barnfield Construction Limited is a reputable construction company based in Kenyon Road, Nelson, Lancashire. We have an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality projects that meet our clients' needs.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing sub-contracts, conducting cost appraisals, and ensuring timely project closures.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Manage Sub-contracts: Source, negotiate, and administer sub-contracts to ensure timely and cost-effective resolutions.
  2. Cost Appraisals and Pre-start Meetings: Conduct thorough cost appraisals and participate in pre-start meetings to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
  3. Formalise Sub-contract Orders: Prepare and issue formal sub-contract orders using Docusign to ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
  4. Process Sub-contractor Applications and Invoices: Oversee the processing of sub-contractor applications and invoices to ensure timely payments.
  5. Negotiate and Agree Sub-contract Variations: Manage variations to sub-contracts to ensure timely and cost-effective resolutions.
  6. Manage Sub-contract Collateral Warranties: Coordinate collateral warranties for clients and tenants to ensure their interests are protected.
  7. Measure and Cost Labour-Only Packages: Calculate costs for labour-only packages to ensure accurate pricing.
  8. Book in Weekly Labour-Only Packages: Schedule labour-only packages as required to ensure timely project delivery.
  9. Swift Conclusion to Sub-contract Accounts: Swiftly conclude sub-contract accounts to ensure timely payments and minimize cash flow disruptions.
  10. Agree Monthly Client Valuations: Collaborate with clients to agree on monthly valuations to ensure transparency and trust.
  11. Price and Agree Any Client VO's: Negotiate and agree client valuation objections (VO's) to ensure fair and reasonable outcomes.
  12. Issue Notifications of Delay: Notify clients of delays to project timelines to ensure they are informed and can plan accordingly.
  13. Prepare Extension of Time Claims: Develop claims for extensions of time to project deadlines to ensure fairness and reasonableness.
  14. Swift Conclusion to Final Account: Conclude final accounts with clients to ensure smooth project closures and minimize potential disputes.
  15. Conversant in JCT Contracts: Possess knowledge of JCT contracts and their application to ensure compliance and effective project management.
  16. Value Engineering Focus: Apply value engineering principles throughout projects to optimize resources and deliver improved outcomes.
  17. Develop Strong Relationships: Foster strong relationships with clients and sub-contractors to ensure trust, transparency, and effective communication.
  18. Mainly Office-Based with Site Visits as Required.
Salary and Benefits

The salary for this role is £55,000 per annum, plus benefits including 23 days annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays) and 7 days Christmas closure (plus 3 bank holidays). The successful candidate will also receive a competitive bonus structure.

Annual Leave

Annual leave is 23 days (plus 8 bank holidays) per year, with 7 days (plus 3 bank holidays) saved for Christmas closure.



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