Graduate Quantity Surveyor

Apply now for the Graduate Quantity Surveyor role at BCS Group. Barhale is a business founded on family values, established by Chairman Dennis Curran in 1980. One of the largest privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialists in the UK, with over 40 years of experience. We provide design, civil engineering, and maintenance services across Water, Transport, Energy, and Built Environment sectors. Our operations include working on blue‑chip projects, frameworks, joint ventures, and standalone assignments. We employ more than 1,200 people nationwide and maintain specialist skills such as tunnelling, MEICA, steel fabrication, and health and safety equipment. The Role A Graduate Quantity Surveyor will advise on and control all commercial and financial aspects of projects and contracts. The role supports the Project Manager to deliver projects on time, on budget and with high customer satisfaction, contributing to the company’s ‘Three Pillar Objectives’. The Graduate Quantity Surveyor works with the Quantity Surveyor and Commercial Manager to maximise returns through robust procedures. Key Responsibilities Produce and send enquiries to subcontractors, inviting them to tender and engage with the supply chain. Receive and analyze quotations, liaising with Contracts Managers and Site Agents regarding price, proven history, availability, etc. Notify in writing both successful and unsuccessful subcontractors promptly. Produce and process formal subcontract documents and certify interim and final payments and final subcontract account. Produce bill of quantity/activity schedule for payment purposes. Produce cash flow forecasts for internal and client purposes. Monitor and control 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. Produce relevant monthly reports for the Commercial Manager, e.g., cost and value comparisons, turnover forecasts, etc., ensuring information is complete and accurate. Manage Information Contribute to and attend financial and progress meetings with the client engineers and subcontractors as required. Provide advice and support to the site team to optimise the use of contract resources. Provide support for the Managing Surveyor in terms of data input, etc. Give feedback to Estimators and Contracts Managers regarding contract pricing, projected profit/loss, pricing omissions, etc. About you – Essential Ability to use a range of IT packages, including Microsoft Office and bespoke packages. Exceptional relationship‑building skills. Self‑motivated and proactive. Commercial awareness and understanding of the Construction process. Excellent communication skills, both oral & written. Negotiation skills and ability to apply those skills externally, & with our supply chain. Have a positive attitude and the ability to integrate rate and play an active part in the Construction Team. Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise to meet deadlines. Keen to pursue personal development needs and maintain up‑to‑date knowledge. Desirable Degree‑qualified or equivalent. Experience/knowledge of the civil engineering industry, with a reasonable understanding of the water industry experience. Caring and investing in you – Benefits Competitive salary Company Pension Life Assurance Private Medical 25 days of annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days 8 hours volunteering Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental, physiological and financial wellbeing Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice Company car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position) Leadership & management training and coaching Regular line management engagement and appraisal to support your career progression Development supported by internal and externally delivered training Continuous service awards Our values have been embedded for over 40 years and are the guiding principles of how we care and invest in people. As a Gold Investors in People company and a Sunday Times 100 Best Company to Work For, we are committed to investing in people, providing a supportive working environment, security, and career growth. Please contact our Recruitment team via earlycareers@barhale.co.uk to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr