12 quantity surveyor jobs found in Edinburgh

Seeking a Interim Quantity Surveyor (QS) on a ongoing project, this is highly skilled role in the business. As the Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing all financial and contractual aspects of projects from initial concept through to completion. Playing a key part in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and compliance standards. Daily Rate: depending on working experience in the role Key Responsibilities: Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, and quantity take-offs for materials, labour, and equipment Manage contracts, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors Monitor project costs, cash flow, and financial performance, identifying risks and opportunities Conduct site visits to assess progress, verify completed work, and prepare valuations and claims Identify and manage financial and construction risks, recommending mitigation strategies Liaise with clients, contractors,...

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor (Freelance) Location: North London (multiple sites) Contract Type: Freelance Contract Rate: £550 £650 per day INSIDE IR35 Company Overview We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of civil engineering and infrastructure projects across North London. This opportunity sits with a well-established Tier 1 contractor operating across sectors including water, utilities, transport, and energy. The business delivers projects through long-term frameworks, standalone schemes, and reactive works, offering exposure to a diverse range of project types and environments. This is a great opportunity to join a high-performing commercial team on a contract basis, supporting key infrastructure projects with an immediate start. The Role As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take responsibility for the commercial management of multiple projects across various sites in North London. This is a...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Freelance (Water/Civils) Location: North London (Thames Water Framework) Rate: 550- 650/day (Inside IR35 via Umbrella PAYE) Duration: 5-6 months (extendable) Start: May 2026 TRIbuild Solutions are recruiting a Senior Quantity Surveyor to support a major water infrastructure programme across North London, working with a leading Tier-1 contractor. This is a key commercial role on a long-term framework, delivering a mix of civils, utilities and infrastructure projects ranging from 200k to 10m+. Key Responsibilities: Cost & value reporting, CVRs and forecasting Subcontract procurement, management and final accounts Applications for payment and cash flow management Commercial management of NEC contracts Managing variations, change control and claims Liaising with client and project teams to drive commercial performance Requirements: Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor in civils/utilities/water Strong NEC...

Our client is one of the UK's leading infrastructure specialists and Main Contractors, delivering projects and frameworks across the UK. They have an immediate need for a freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor with extensive water industry experience. As a key member of the team reporting into the Commercial Manager, you will liaise with the client commercial team and representatives, subcontractors and other third parties on commercial issues including leading on cost and contract management, subcontract procurement and management, agreement of variations, producing accurate and timely forecasts and reports. Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor roles and responsibilities: Prepare, monitor, and report cost plans, forecasts, CVRs, cash flow, and final account settlements. Manage valuation submissions, applications for payment, and proactively monitor cash flow Oversee subcontract procurement processes - from tendering to contract negotiation and administration. Identify,...

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor (Civils & Renewables) The Role: We are seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to manage the commercial aspects of civils and renewable energy projects. You will be responsible for cost control, contract administration, and ensuring financial efficiency across multiple projects. Scope of Works: 33kV cable installations Substation carriage run works Ducting installation Groundworks and associated civils Tarmac and reinstatement works Civils packages across construction and renewable energy projects Key Responsibilities: Manage project costs from pre-construction through to final account Prepare valuations, variations, and cost reports Administer contracts and ensure compliance with terms and conditions Monitor budgets and forecast project costs and cash flow Assess and negotiate subcontractor packages and payments Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities Work closely with project teams to...

Quantity Surveyor HS2 Rail & Civils Location: West Ruislip / North Ruislip (HS2 Site Office) Rate: £500 - £600 per day ( Inside IR35 ) Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 Days On-Site / 2 Days WFH) Sector: Rail & Heavy Civil Engineering Client: Tier 1 Main Contractor / JV The Opportunity: We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a Tier 1 flagship project on the HS2 central section. Based out of the West Ruislip/North Ruislip hubs, you will be responsible for the commercial management of multi-million-pound work packages spanning major rail infrastructure and heavy civil engineering. This is a long-term contract opportunity offering a market-leading day rate and a flexible hybrid working model, perfect for a commercial professional used to the fast-paced environment of a "mega-project." Key Responsibilities & Duties Working as part of a high-performing commercial team, your duties will include: NEC4 Contract Administration: Manage...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - HS2 Civil Engineering / Groundworks (Freelance OUTSIDE IR35) Location: North London HS2 Project (4 days office/site 1 day home) Rate: 450- 550 per day ( Outside IR35) Contract: Freelance / Contract Start: ASAP The Role: We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to support a major HS2 groundworks package . This is a long-term freelance opportunity working on one of the UK's largest infrastructure projects, focused on heavy Civils, Groundworks, Drainage and Earthworks. You will play a key commercial role, managing costs, contracts, and commercial risk across complex groundworks packages while working closely with project and site teams. Key Responsibilities: Commercial management of groundworks and heavy civils packages Preparation and management of cost forecasts, budgets, and CVRs Pricing & Take offs from drawings Valuations, applications for payment, and final...

Quantity Surveyor Major Infrastructure Project Location: Euston, North Acton or West Ruislip Contract Type: Contract Inside IR35 About the Role The role of Quantity Surveyor is responsible for providing accurate and value generating input to projects. The role ensures that all commercial aspects are carried out in accordance with the contract, company policies and procedures, and to the satisfaction of the customer and/or contract leader. This role may work independently or under the direction of a more senior Quantity Surveyor. The QS will be able to demonstrate the ability to function as a member of an integrated team. Key Responsibilities Inputting to the efficient and effective management and issuing of accurate, timely and compliant notices and correspondence Preparation or assessment of applications, valuations, cost/value reconciliation. Cost control and forecasting. Prepare and provide input to monthly reports: value, cost, profit/loss, cash...

Role Overview An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading organisation delivering complex infrastructure and construction projects. You will take a key commercial lead across projects, ensuring effective cost control, contract administration, and risk management, with a particular focus on NEC contracts (Option E) and cost-reimbursable frameworks. Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial management of projects from tender stage through to final account Administer NEC contracts (Option E), ensuring compliance and best practice Manage compensation events, variations, and change control processes Prepare, submit, and negotiate interim valuations and final accounts Monitor and forecast project costs, budgets, and cash flow Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities Provide strategic commercial input to project delivery teams Build and maintain strong client, subcontractor, and stakeholder relationships Support...

Peace Recruitment is delighted to be working in partnership with a large public sector organisation near Glasgow to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their established design and technical team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role delivering housing projects within a supportive, well-structured environment. You will undertake a traditional quantity surveying remit, with a strong focus on procurement and contract management across multiple live sites. Key Responsibilities Deliver full traditional QS duties across housing projects Manage procurement processes and contract administration Support the design and technical team throughout project lifecycles Monitor costs, budgets, and commercial performance Visit multiple project sites as required Role Details Location: Near Glasgow (hybrid working model) Duration: Ongoing contract, likely 12+ months Rate: £30 £35 per hour (dependent on...

9 month contract Inside IR35 Full time on site £74.26 per hour umbrella Job Role: Ensure commercial aspects of sub-contract accounts are managed from procurement to interim and final account agreement, in accordance with relevant contract terms and associated pricing option and / or best practice Provide Programme and Project management team and Operations with advice and assistance on all matters relating to Contract Performance and commercial issues in accordance with relevant contract terms and associated pricing option and / or best practice Establish and agree contractual programme, forecasting and reporting project commercial performance Secure labour, materials and Sub-contractors to ensure that contracts are completed on time and within budget Sourcing of assigned delivery packages in line with the onsite services procurement strategies and plans and accountable for tendering activities in accordance with full end to end sourcing process and appropriate...

SENIOR BUILDING SURVEYOR Carbon60 is looking to recruit a Senior Building Surveyor to support building and asset management operations across an established education estate in Bristol. ROLE: Senior Building Surveyor PAY RATE: 42,839 - 46,142 per annum CONTRACT TYPE: Temp-to-Perm Opportunity LOCATION: Bristol (Hybrid - occasional attendance) WORKING HOURS: Full-time (flexible/hybrid working available) ABOUT THE COMPANY: A well-established public sector organisation responsible for managing and maintaining a large and diverse property portfolio. The team operates within a fast-paced and collaborative environment, delivering high-quality asset management and building services across education facilities. WHY JOIN? Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Local Government Pension Scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Supportive and collaborative team environment Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on education infrastructure THE ROLE: The Senior Building Surveyor will take...