Assistant Quantity Surveyor
CV-LibraryLondonpermanentPosted: 6 November 2026
Apply NowAbout 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
EnergyWe 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
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 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: Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Reporting to: Quantity Surveyor/Senior Quantity Surveyor
Role Overview
Provide daily commercial support to project delivery teams and senior management. The role supports the successful commercial management of civil engineering projects while developing technical, contractual and commercial skills within a collaborative team environment.
Role Purpose
To support the effective commercial delivery of projects by assisting with cost control, subcontract management, reporting and contractual compliance. The role contributes to accurate financial management, robust governance and value protection while developing the capability to progress within the commercial function.
Key Accountabilities
Commercial Management & Governance
Support the commercial management of projects in line with company procedures
Ensure compliance with company commercial procedures and corporate governance requirements
Carry out audits on contracts as required
Support the Managing Surveyor and Commercial Manager with accurate commercial data and reportingFinancial Performance
Monitor and control income and expenditure on contracts
Produce cost and value comparisons and turnover forecasts
Produce monthly commercial reports, ensuring accuracy and completeness
Produce cash flow forecasts for internal and client purposesContract & Risk Management
Produce and process formal subcontract documentation
Certify interim and final subcontract payments and final accounts
Produce bills of quantities and activity schedules for payment purposes
Monitor applications for payment, final accounts and late payments
Provide feedback on pricing, projected profit or loss and pricing omissionsLeadership & Capability
Support senior commercial staff in delivering project objectives
Actively develop commercial, contractual and technical skills
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry practices and procedures
Demonstrate a positive, proactive approach within project teamsStakeholder Management
Engage with subcontractors, suppliers and client representatives
Attend financial and progress meetings where required
Provide advice and support to site teams to optimise contract resources
Work collaboratively with estimators, contract managers and site teams
Key Interfaces
Commercial Manager / Managing Surveyor
Project Managers and Site Teams
Estimators and Contracts Managers
Subcontractors and Suppliers
Client Engineers and RepresentativesInter-company trading
Proactively optimise inter-company trading wherever possible
Collaborate effectively within the corporate group entities
Success Measures (KPIs)
Accuracy and timeliness of commercial reporting
Effective cost and value control
Compliance with commercial procedures and governance
Quality of subcontract administration and payments
Progression of technical and commercial capabilityAbout 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 internally, externally & with our supply chain.
Positive attitude always, and the ability to integrate and play an active part in the Construction Team
Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise meeting deadlinesDesirable
Degree-qualified or equivalent, but with appropriate experience and knowledge
Wide experience of the civil engineering industry with a reasonable degree of water industry experience
CSCS cardCaring and investing in you
Our values have been embedded at Barhale for over 40 years, and they are our guiding principles regarding how we care and invest in people. Our values are our commitment to being a people-centric company.
As a Gold Investors in People company and a Sunday Times 100 Best Company to Work For, we are committed to investing in people. We are passionate about creating a working environment where people are supported throughout their careers, where people can enjoy security and be part of a company that cares about them.
From the moment you join us, your well-being and career aspirations will be supported by.
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
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
EnergyWe 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
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 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: Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Reporting to: Quantity Surveyor/Senior Quantity Surveyor
Role Overview
Provide daily commercial support to project delivery teams and senior management. The role supports the successful commercial management of civil engineering projects while developing technical, contractual and commercial skills within a collaborative team environment.
Role Purpose
To support the effective commercial delivery of projects by assisting with cost control, subcontract management, reporting and contractual compliance. The role contributes to accurate financial management, robust governance and value protection while developing the capability to progress within the commercial function.
Key Accountabilities
Commercial Management & Governance
Support the commercial management of projects in line with company procedures
Ensure compliance with company commercial procedures and corporate governance requirements
Carry out audits on contracts as required
Support the Managing Surveyor and Commercial Manager with accurate commercial data and reportingFinancial Performance
Monitor and control income and expenditure on contracts
Produce cost and value comparisons and turnover forecasts
Produce monthly commercial reports, ensuring accuracy and completeness
Produce cash flow forecasts for internal and client purposesContract & Risk Management
Produce and process formal subcontract documentation
Certify interim and final subcontract payments and final accounts
Produce bills of quantities and activity schedules for payment purposes
Monitor applications for payment, final accounts and late payments
Provide feedback on pricing, projected profit or loss and pricing omissionsLeadership & Capability
Support senior commercial staff in delivering project objectives
Actively develop commercial, contractual and technical skills
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry practices and procedures
Demonstrate a positive, proactive approach within project teamsStakeholder Management
Engage with subcontractors, suppliers and client representatives
Attend financial and progress meetings where required
Provide advice and support to site teams to optimise contract resources
Work collaboratively with estimators, contract managers and site teams
Key Interfaces
Commercial Manager / Managing Surveyor
Project Managers and Site Teams
Estimators and Contracts Managers
Subcontractors and Suppliers
Client Engineers and RepresentativesInter-company trading
Proactively optimise inter-company trading wherever possible
Collaborate effectively within the corporate group entities
Success Measures (KPIs)
Accuracy and timeliness of commercial reporting
Effective cost and value control
Compliance with commercial procedures and governance
Quality of subcontract administration and payments
Progression of technical and commercial capabilityAbout 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 internally, externally & with our supply chain.
Positive attitude always, and the ability to integrate and play an active part in the Construction Team
Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise meeting deadlinesDesirable
Degree-qualified or equivalent, but with appropriate experience and knowledge
Wide experience of the civil engineering industry with a reasonable degree of water industry experience
CSCS cardCaring and investing in you
Our values have been embedded at Barhale for over 40 years, and they are our guiding principles regarding how we care and invest in people. Our values are our commitment to being a people-centric company.
As a Gold Investors in People company and a Sunday Times 100 Best Company to Work For, we are committed to investing in people. We are passionate about creating a working environment where people are supported throughout their careers, where people can enjoy security and be part of a company that cares about them.
From the moment you join us, your well-being and career aspirations will be supported by.
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